Dr. Barton Harris, M.D.
Contact & Location
804-730-2121
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
Dr. Harris performs more knee replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #18 of 183 ranked knee surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Harris
Practice. Dr. Barton Harris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mechanicsville, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 136 knee replacements and 107 hip replacements, 243 procedures in all. That is #18 in Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 48 procedures a year to 243, up 406%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 136 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45.
Local context. Mechanicsville has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 | 28 |
| 2014 | 29 | 42 |
| 2015 | 27 | 39 |
| 2016 | 36 | 28 |
| 2017 | 52 | 50 |
| 2018 | 42 | 80 |
| 2019 | 76 | 72 |
| 2020 | 52 | 54 |
| 2021 | 75 | 82 |
| 2022 | 98 | 103 |
| 2023 | 102 | 133 |
| 2024 | 107 | 136 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Harris Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harris's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 406% from 48 procedures in 2013 to 243 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Harris
How does Dr. Harris's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Harris has performed 243 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Harris ranks #13 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harris perform?
Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (136 cases) and hip replacement (107 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Harris with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Harris ranks #18 in Virginia for knee replacement with 136 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 229 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harris in Mechanicsville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville 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. Harris represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Harris's total volume across all insurers at roughly 810 to 1,020 procedures against the 243 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Harris's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Harris's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 48 procedures in 2013 to 243 in the most recent data, a 406% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 243 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Harris perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Harris's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (136 cases), hip replacement (107 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harris affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harris is affiliated with Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Bon Secours St Marys Hospital, Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center, Rappahannock General Hospital.
How does Dr. Harris compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Mechanicsville, Dr. Harris ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Harris has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harris practices?
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bon Secours St Marys Hospital (3 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 Mechanicsville, Virginia
Dr. Harris's 243 Medicare procedures are above the Mechanicsville average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mechanicsville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Wells Stewart | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Wills | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thorp Davis | 29 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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