Knee
Dr. Jason McConnell, MD
Dr. Jason McConnell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mountain Home, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. McConnell has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #44 in Arkansas.
In Arkansas, Dr. McConnell performs below average in knee (27 vs 47 avg).
Dr. McConnell's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 27 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.
Mountain Home is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Mountain Home area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. McConnell extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 27 in the most recent data, a 145% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. McConnell's 27 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. McConnell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Contact & Location
Mountain Home, AR 72653
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McConnell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 145% from 11 procedures in 2015 to 27 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. McConnell
How does Dr. McConnell's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. McConnell has performed 27 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. McConnell ranks #59 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McConnell perform?
Dr. McConnell's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McConnell in Mountain Home?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home 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. McConnell 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. McConnell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McConnell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McConnell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2015 to 27 in the most recent data, a 145% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. McConnell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McConnell is affiliated with Baxter Health, North Arkansas Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. McConnell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Mountain Home, Dr. McConnell ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Mountain Home has 96 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McConnell practices?
Baxter Health (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average); North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (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 Mountain Home, Arkansas
Dr. McConnell's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Mountain Home average of 41. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mountain Home.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Russell Rauls | 96 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Knox | 46 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Merwin Moore | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Souder | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Donald Franklin | 16 | Knee |
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