Dr. Brian Dickson, M.D.
Contact & Location
870-932-1820
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Dr. Dickson performs more knee replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #4 of 76 ranked knee surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Dickson
Practice. Dr. Brian Dickson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jonesboro, Arkansas. The latest annual CMS data records 129 knee replacements and 55 hip replacements, 184 procedures in all. That is #4 in Arkansas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 92 procedures a year to 184, up 100%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 129 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Jonesboro has 5 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 | 33 | 59 |
| 2014 | 32 | 55 |
| 2015 | 26 | 70 |
| 2016 | 41 | 72 |
| 2017 | 39 | 72 |
| 2018 | 48 | 70 |
| 2019 | 50 | 87 |
| 2020 | 46 | 64 |
| 2021 | 56 | 83 |
| 2022 | 59 | 91 |
| 2023 | 43 | 134 |
| 2024 | 55 | 129 |
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. Dickson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dickson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 100% from 92 procedures in 2013 to 184 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dickson
How does Dr. Dickson's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Dickson has performed 184 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Arkansas average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dickson ranks #5 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dickson perform?
Dr. Dickson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases) and hip replacement (55 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Dickson with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Dickson ranks #4 in Arkansas for knee replacement with 129 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dickson in Jonesboro?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Jonesboro 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 Arkansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dickson 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. Dickson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 630 to 780 procedures against the 184 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. Dickson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dickson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 92 procedures in 2013 to 184 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 184 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Dickson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dickson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases), hip replacement (55 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dickson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dickson is affiliated with St Bernards Medical Center, Piggott Community Hospital, Crossridge Community Hospital, St Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Dickson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jonesboro?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Jonesboro, Dr. Dickson ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dickson has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dickson practices?
St Bernards Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Piggott Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Crossridge Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Jonesboro, Arkansas
Dr. Dickson's 184 Medicare procedures are above the Jonesboro average of 97. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jonesboro.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Brandt | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Swymn | 93 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Roy Cooper | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aaron Wallace | 21 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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