Dr. Daniel Sparks, MD
Dr. Daniel Sparks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rainbow City, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Sparks has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#27 in Alabama) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
In Alabama, Dr. Sparks performs near average in knee (39 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Sparks's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Dr. Sparks is the only orthopedic surgeon in Rainbow City represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Sparks's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 29 to 70 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sparks's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Sparks Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Contact & Location
Rainbow City, AL 35906
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sparks's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 29 to 70 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Sparks
How does Dr. Sparks's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Sparks has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Alabama average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sparks ranks #40 out of 129 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sparks perform?
Dr. Sparks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Where is Dr. Sparks's practice located?
Dr. Sparks practices in Rainbow City, Alabama. The office is located at 3102 Rainbow Dr, Rainbow City, AL 35906. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Sparks for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sparks 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. Sparks's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sparks's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Sparks's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 29 to 70 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Sparks perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sparks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sparks affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sparks is affiliated with Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sparks practices?
Riverview Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Gadsden Regional Medical Center (1 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.
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