Dr. Felix Ankomah, MD
Contact & Location
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Dr. Felix Ankomah is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jonesboro, Georgia. Dr. Ankomah has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#102 in Georgia) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Ankomah performs below average in knee (29 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Ankomah's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Dr. Ankomah is the only orthopedic surgeon in Jonesboro represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Ankomah first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ankomah's 29 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. Ankomah Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ankomah
How does Dr. Ankomah's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Ankomah has performed 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ankomah ranks #92 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ankomah perform?
Dr. Ankomah's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Where is Dr. Ankomah's practice located?
Dr. Ankomah practices in Jonesboro, Georgia. The office is located at 2400 Mount Zion Pkwy, Jonesboro, GA 30236. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Ankomah for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ankomah 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. Ankomah's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ankomah perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ankomah's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ankomah affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ankomah is affiliated with Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ankomah practices?
Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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