Dr. Greg Jones, M.D.
Contact & Location
479-709-6700
Fort Smith, AR 72903
Dr. Jones performs more knee replacement procedures than 61% of orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #29 of 76 ranked knee surgeons in Arkansas.
About Dr. Jones
Dr. Greg Jones is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Smith, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Jones completed 38 knee replacements (#29 in Arkansas), 16 shoulder replacements, and 15 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 69 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arkansas, Dr. Jones performs near the state average in knee (38 vs 47), below the state average in shoulder (16 vs 23), below the state average in hip (15 vs 35).
Dr. Jones performs all three major joint replacement procedures (hip, knee, and shoulder), indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (38 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (16) and hip replacements (15).
Fort Smith is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Smith area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Jones also maintains hospital privileges in AR and OK, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Arkansas.
Dr. Jones's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 44 to 92 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Jones's 38 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 47 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 44 | 0 |
| 2015 | 16 | 54 | 15 |
| 2016 | 16 | 63 | 13 |
| 2017 | 17 | 56 | 11 |
| 2018 | 12 | 49 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 43 | 14 |
| 2020 | 0 | 40 | 17 |
| 2021 | 11 | 44 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 39 | 18 |
| 2023 | 0 | 48 | 19 |
| 2024 | 15 | 38 | 16 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Jones Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jones's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 44 to 92 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. Jones
How does Dr. Jones's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Jones has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arkansas average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jones ranks #28 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jones perform?
Dr. Jones performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (38 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jones in Fort Smith?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Smith 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. Jones 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Jones's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 280 procedures against the 69 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. Jones's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Jones's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 44 to 92 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Jones perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jones's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), shoulder replacement (16 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Jones among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jones affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jones is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Ozark. Dr. Jones maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Jones compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Smith?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Smith, Dr. Jones ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Jones is among the highest-volume surgeons in Fort Smith.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jones practices?
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 Fort Smith, Arkansas
Dr. Jones's 69 Medicare procedures are above the Fort Smith average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Smith.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jody Bradshaw | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Smith | 57 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Garlow | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Sudbrink | 25 | Knee |
| Dr. John Harp | 21 | Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Tobey | 12 | Shoulder |
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