Dr. Jacob Brooks, DO
Dr. Jacob Brooks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bangor, Maine. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Brooks has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Maine) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 63 procedures.
In Maine, Dr. Brooks performs near average in knee (34 vs 36 avg), near average in hip (29 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Brooks's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Bangor is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bangor area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Brooks's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2014. Volume peaked at 132 procedures in 2017 before settling at 63 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Brooks's 34 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. Brooks Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maine state average.
Contact & Location
Bangor, ME 04401
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brooks's recorded volume peaked at 132 procedures in 2017 and stood at 63 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brooks
How does Dr. Brooks's procedure volume compare to other Maine surgeons?
Dr. Brooks has performed 63 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maine average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brooks ranks #10 out of 44 orthopedic surgeons in Maine.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brooks perform?
Dr. Brooks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Brooks with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Brooks ranks #14 in Maine for knee replacement with 34 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 44 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brooks in Bangor?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Bangor 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 Maine surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 63 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brooks's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Brooks's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 132 procedures in 2017 and was 63 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. Brooks perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brooks's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brooks affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, Northern Light Mayo Hospital, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Northern Light A R Gould Hospital.
How does Dr. Brooks compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bangor?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Bangor, Dr. Brooks ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brooks is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bangor.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brooks practices?
St Joseph Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northern Light Mayo Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bangor, Maine
Dr. Brooks's 63 Medicare procedures are above the Bangor average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bangor.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Antonios Tsismenakis | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Walsh | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jessica Aronowitz | 41 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Garrett Martin | 31 | Knee |
| Dr. Carmen Crofoot | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Megan Richards | 11 | Hip |
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