Dr. John Richard Dorris , MD
Orthopaedic Surgery • Athens, GA
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Dr. John Dorris, MD is a certified Orthopaedic Surgery practicing in Athens, GA. With approximately 34 years of clinical experience since graduating from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1992, Dr. Dorris delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1765 OLD WEST BROAD ST.
Dr. Dorris is affiliated with Athens Orthopedic Clinic, Pa and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 1 mg, established patient outpatient office visit, x-ray of knee, 3 views. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
1765 Old West Broad St
Athens, GA 306062853
Medicare Profile & Education
Tulane University School Of Medicine
1992
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Orthopaedic Surgery in Athens, GA
Practicing in Athens, GA (797 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
J1010
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 1 mg
|
2,628 | 48 | $1.00 | $0.13 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
452 | 316 | $215.47 | $83.72 |
|
73562
X-ray of knee, 3 views
|
297 | 204 | $196.55 | $36.16 |
|
73502
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views
|
146 | 108 | $181.99 | $41.79 |
|
99203
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
99 | 99 | $311.47 | $102.81 |
|
73030
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views
|
89 | 74 | $164.76 | $30.81 |
|
20610
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
|
86 | 69 | $399.27 | $69.36 |
|
73721
Mri scan of leg joint without contrast
|
73 | 67 | $2306.58 | $126.25 |
|
27447
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee
|
64 | 61 | $8734.44 | $1219.74 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
54 | 54 | $322.44 | $118.62 |
|
73221
Mri scan of arm joint without contrast
|
44 | 42 | $2355.59 | $126.51 |
|
73502
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views
|
39 | 36 | $182.87 | $9.95 |
|
27130
Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis
|
31 | 29 | $9073.03 | $1195.52 |
|
72148
MRI scan of lower spinal canal
|
30 | 30 | $2373.70 | $105.40 |
|
J1030
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 40 mg
|
22 | 18 | $47.05 | $6.33 |
|
29881
Removal of knee cartilage using an endoscope
|
15 | 15 | $7438.80 | $513.74 |
|
72110
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views
|
11 | 11 | $256.73 | $46.28 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2025-07-01NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207X00000X
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Additional State Medicaid & Healthcare Payer Identifiers
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Athens Orthopedic Clinic, Pa
1765 Old W Broad St, Athens, GA 306062853
Phone: 7065491663
Secondary Practice Locations
901 Franklin Springs St
Royston, GA 306623911
Phone: 7065491663
3440 Highway 81
Loganville, GA 300529112
Phone: 7705545009
1774 Old West Broad St
Athens, GA 306062865
Phone: 7065491663
125 King Ave
Athens, GA 306066734
Phone: 7065491663
209 Mercer Pl
Commerce, GA 305291564
Phone: 7065491663
1031 Lake Country Dr
Greensboro, GA 306425157
Phone: 7065491663
705 Breedlove Dr Ste 200
Monroe, GA 306552080
Phone: 7705545009
855 King Ave
Athens, GA 306062837
Phone: 7065491663
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant (Certified)
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist Registered, L, Certified Hand Therapist
Specialist/Technologist, Other - Surgical Assistant
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant (Certified)
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant (Certified)
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist, CERTMDT, TDPT
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
Registered at 1765 OLD WEST BROAD ST, ATHENS, GA 306062853 (Tel: 7065491663)
Registered at 1765 OLD WEST BROAD ST BLDG 2-200, ATHENS, GA 306062887 (Tel: 7065491663)
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #40899 in GA)
Registered at 1765 OLD WEST BROAD ST, ATHENS, GA 30606 (Tel: 7065491663)
Registered at 1765 OLD WEST BROAD ST STE 200, ATHENS, GA 306062853 (Tel: 7065491663)
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #040899 in GA)
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 1010 PRINCE AVE, STE 115SOUTH, ATHENS, GA 306065805 (Tel: 7065839000)
Registered at 1010 PRINCE AVE, STE 115SOUTH, ATHENS, GA 306065805 (Tel: 7065839000)
Recorded as JOHN DORRIS, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery (License #040899 in GA)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
1765 Old West Broad St Bldg 2-200
Athens, GA 306062887
Phone: 7065491663
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