Dr. Tyler Jones, M.D.
Dr. Tyler Jones is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Decatur, Illinois. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Jones has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#246 in Illinois) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 23 procedures.
In Illinois, Dr. Jones performs below average in knee (12 vs 51 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Jones's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (12 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Decatur is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Decatur area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Jones's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 83 procedures in 2013 before settling at 23 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Jones's 12 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. Jones Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Illinois state average.
Contact & Location
Decatur, IL 62526
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jones's recorded volume peaked at 83 procedures in 2013 and stood at 23 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jones
How does Dr. Jones's procedure volume compare to other Illinois surgeons?
Dr. Jones has performed 23 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Illinois average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Jones ranks #236 out of 323 orthopedic surgeons in Illinois.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jones perform?
Dr. Jones's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jones in Decatur?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Decatur 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 Illinois surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Jones 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. Jones's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jones's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Jones's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 83 procedures in 2013 and was 23 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Jones perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jones's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Jones compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Decatur?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Decatur, Dr. Jones ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Decatur has 114 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Decatur, Illinois
Dr. Jones's 23 Medicare procedures are below the Decatur average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Decatur.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edmund Raycraft | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Kefalas | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marshall Brustein | 28 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffery Smith | 20 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kenneth Tuan | 13 | Knee |
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