Dr. Jacob Hinkley, D.O.
Contact & Location
574-264-0791
Elkhart, IN 46514
About Dr. Hinkley
Dr. Jacob Hinkley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elkhart, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Hinkley performed 47 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#23 in Indiana) and 33 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Hinkley performs above the state average in hip (47 vs 31), near the state average in knee (33 vs 41).
Dr. Hinkley's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (47 cases) and knee replacements (33 cases).
Elkhart is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Elkhart area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Hinkley first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hinkley's 47 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 14 procedures in 2023 and 80 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Hinkley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hinkley has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hinkley
How does Dr. Hinkley's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Hinkley has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hinkley ranks #51 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hinkley perform?
Dr. Hinkley's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (47 cases) and knee replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hinkley in Elkhart?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hinkley 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. Hinkley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Hinkley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hinkley's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (47 cases), knee replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hinkley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hinkley is affiliated with Elkhart General Hospital, Goshen Hospital.
How does Dr. Hinkley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Elkhart, Dr. Hinkley ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hinkley is among the highest-volume surgeons in Elkhart.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hinkley practices?
Elkhart General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Goshen Hospital (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Elkhart, Indiana
Dr. Hinkley's 80 Medicare procedures are above the Elkhart average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elkhart.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Craig Erekson | 98 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jon Smucker | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kyle Schultz | 11 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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