Dr. George Herriott, M.D.
Contact & Location
304-485-8040
Parkersburg, WV 26101
Dr. Herriott performs more knee replacement procedures than 59% of orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #15 of 37 ranked knee surgeons in West Virginia.
About Dr. Herriott
Practice. Dr. George Herriott is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Parkersburg, West Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 43 knee replacements, 19 hip replacements, and 18 shoulder replacements, 80 procedures in all. That is #15 in West Virginia for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 67 procedures a year to 80, up 19%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 43 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Parkersburg has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Herriott also holds hospital privileges in WV and OH, a practice that extends beyond West Virginia.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 67 | 0 |
| 2014 | 18 | 43 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 46 | 16 |
| 2016 | 18 | 51 | 17 |
| 2017 | 15 | 63 | 14 |
| 2018 | 15 | 69 | 21 |
| 2019 | 27 | 54 | 19 |
| 2020 | 20 | 44 | 18 |
| 2021 | 24 | 33 | 21 |
| 2022 | 20 | 48 | 32 |
| 2023 | 18 | 54 | 16 |
| 2024 | 19 | 43 | 18 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Herriott Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Herriott's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 19% from 67 procedures in 2013 to 80 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. Herriott
How does Dr. Herriott's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Herriott has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the West Virginia average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Herriott ranks #11 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Herriott perform?
Dr. Herriott performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Herriott with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Herriott ranks #15 in West Virginia for knee replacement with 43 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Herriott in Parkersburg?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Parkersburg 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Herriott 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Herriott's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 330 procedures against the 80 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. Herriott's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Herriott's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 67 procedures in 2013 to 80 in the most recent data, a 19% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Herriott perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Herriott's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Herriott among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Herriott affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Herriott is affiliated with Camden Clark Medical Center, Marietta Memorial Hospital. Dr. Herriott maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Herriott compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Parkersburg?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Parkersburg, Dr. Herriott ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Herriott has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Herriott practices?
Camden Clark Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Marietta Memorial 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Parkersburg, West Virginia
Dr. Herriott's 80 Medicare procedures are above the Parkersburg average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Parkersburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John McElroy | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Conti | 11 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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