Dr. Jamie Rister, M.D.
Contact & Location
318-473-9556
Alexandria, LA 71301
Pineville, LA 71360
Dr. Rister performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 56% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 25 ranked shoulder surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Rister
Practice. Dr. Jamie Rister is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Alexandria, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 29 shoulder replacements. That is #11 in Louisiana for shoulder replacement. Dr. Rister also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 29, up 71%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 29 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Alexandria has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 29 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Rister Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rister's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 71% from 17 procedures in 2016 to 29 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Evidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rister
How does Dr. Rister's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Rister has performed 29 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 54 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rister ranks #65 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rister perform?
Dr. Rister's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 29 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Rister with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Rister ranks #11 in Louisiana for shoulder replacement with 29 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 104 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rister in Alexandria?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria 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 Louisiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Rister represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Rister's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 100 procedures against the 29 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Rister's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rister's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2016 to 29 in the most recent data, a 71% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 34 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rister affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rister is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Lasalle General Hospital.
How does Dr. Rister compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria, Dr. Rister ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Alexandria has 187 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rister practices?
Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Rapides Regional Medical Center (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 Alexandria, Louisiana
Dr. Rister's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Alexandria average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Alexandria.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Timmothy Randell | 187 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Garrison | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Crenshaw | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Leddy | 59 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Phillip Bacilla | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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