Dr. Roy Burrell, MD
Contact & Location
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
Dr. Roy Burrell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Burrell has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #43 in Arkansas.
In Arkansas, Dr. Burrell performs below average in knee (28 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Burrell's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 28 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. Burrell is the only orthopedic surgeon in Pine Bluff represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Burrell's Medicare record spans 9 years from 2016 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 21 to 43 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Burrell's 28 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Burrell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arkansas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Burrell's procedure volume has been consistent across 9 years of Medicare data, ranging from 21 to 43 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Burrell
How does Dr. Burrell's procedure volume compare to other Arkansas surgeons?
Dr. Burrell has performed 28 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arkansas average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Burrell ranks #62 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Arkansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Burrell perform?
Dr. Burrell's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 28 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Burrell's practice located?
Dr. Burrell practices in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. The office is located at 1609 W 40th Ave, Pine Bluff, AR 71603. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Burrell for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Burrell 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. Burrell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Burrell's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Burrell's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 9 years of Medicare data, ranging from 21 to 43 procedures per year between 2016 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Burrell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Burrell is affiliated with Jefferson Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Burrell practices?
Jefferson Regional Medical Center (2 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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