Dr. Anthony Avery, MD
Contact & Location
Arlington, VA 22205
Dr. Anthony Avery is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Arlington, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Avery has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#109 in Virginia) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Avery performs below average in knee (30 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Avery's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Arlington is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Arlington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Avery extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 42 in the most recent data, a 200% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Avery's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Avery Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Avery's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 200% from 14 procedures in 2016 to 42 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Avery
How does Dr. Avery's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Avery has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 82 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Avery ranks #135 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Avery perform?
Dr. Avery's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Avery in Arlington?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Avery represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Avery's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Avery's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Avery's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2016 to 42 in the most recent data, a 200% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 42 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Avery perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Avery's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Avery affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Avery is affiliated with Virginia Hospital Center.
How does Dr. Avery compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Arlington?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington, Dr. Avery ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Arlington has 280 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Avery practices?
Virginia Hospital Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Arlington, Virginia
Dr. Avery's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Arlington average of 173. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Arlington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Blake Peterson | 280 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Sershon | 259 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Romness | 202 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gerscovich | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nigel Azer | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Petersen | 137 | Hip, Knee |
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