Dr. Timothy McGarry, MD
Dr. Timothy McGarry is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bristol, Virginia. Dr. McGarry has performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#111 in Virginia) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. McGarry performs below average in knee (31 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. McGarry's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (31 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. McGarry is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bristol represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. McGarry also maintains hospital privileges in VA and TN, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Virginia.
Dr. McGarry's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 102 procedures in 2013 before settling at 43 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. McGarry's 31 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. McGarry Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Bristol, VA 24202
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McGarry's recorded volume peaked at 102 procedures in 2013 and stood at 43 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. McGarry
How does Dr. McGarry's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. McGarry has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. McGarry ranks #133 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McGarry perform?
Dr. McGarry's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. McGarry's practice located?
Dr. McGarry practices in Bristol, Virginia. The office is located at 21371 Forsythe Rd, Bristol, VA 24202. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. McGarry for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. McGarry 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. McGarry's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McGarry's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. McGarry's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 102 procedures in 2013 and was 43 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. McGarry perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McGarry's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McGarry affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McGarry is affiliated with Johnston Memorial Hospital, Bristol Regional Medical Center, Smyth County Community Hospital, Russell County Hospital. Dr. McGarry maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McGarry practices?
Johnston Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Bristol Regional Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Smyth County Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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