Dr. David Yakin, M.D.
Contact & Location
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Dr. David Yakin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fayetteville, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Yakin has completed 30 hip replacements (#17 in Arkansas), 18 shoulder replacements, and 11 knee replacements, totaling 59 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arkansas, Dr. Yakin performs near average in hip (30 vs 35 avg), below average in shoulder (18 vs 23 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Yakin performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (30 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (18) and knee replacements (11).
Fayetteville is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fayetteville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Yakin extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 59 in the most recent data, a 211% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Yakin's 30 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Yakin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Yakin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 211% from 19 procedures in 2013 to 59 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. Yakin
How does Dr. Yakin's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Yakin has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arkansas average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Yakin ranks #34 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yakin perform?
Dr. Yakin performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Yakin with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Yakin ranks #17 in Arkansas for hip replacement with 30 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 89 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yakin in Fayetteville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville 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. Yakin 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. Yakin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Yakin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Yakin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2013 to 59 in the most recent data, a 211% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 61 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Yakin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yakin's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (30 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Yakin among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yakin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yakin is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center, Siloam Springs Regional Hospital, Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Baptist Health - Fort Smith.
How does Dr. Yakin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fayetteville, Dr. Yakin ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fayetteville has 351 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yakin practices?
Northwest Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Siloam Springs Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Hospital Fort Smith (3 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Dr. Yakin's 59 Medicare procedures are below the Fayetteville average of 124. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fayetteville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Hanby | 351 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Creech | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Arnold | 128 | Knee |
| Dr. William Grammer | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Cox | 37 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Heinzelmann | 29 | Shoulder |
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