Knee
Dr. David Wassell, MD
Dr. David Wassell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Stuttgart, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Wassell has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #60 in Arkansas.
In Arkansas, Dr. Wassell performs below average in knee (21 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Wassell's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 21 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Wassell is the only orthopedic surgeon in Stuttgart represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Wassell's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 15 to 35 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Wassell's 21 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. Wassell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Contact & Location
Stuttgart, AR 72160
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wassell's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 35 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wassell
How does Dr. Wassell's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Wassell has performed 21 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wassell ranks #68 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wassell perform?
Dr. Wassell's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Wassell's practice located?
Dr. Wassell practices in Stuttgart, Arkansas. The office is located at 1703 N Buerkle St, Stuttgart, AR 72160. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Wassell for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wassell 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. Wassell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 21 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wassell's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wassell's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 35 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
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