Dr. Chad Efird, M.D.
Contact & Location
417-348-8100
Branson, MO 65616
Dr. Efird performs more knee replacement procedures than 50% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #83 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Efird
Practice. Dr. Chad Efird is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Branson, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 31 knee replacements and 15 shoulder replacements, 46 procedures in all. That is #83 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 90 in 2022 and stands at 46 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 31 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Branson has 3 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 31 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 30 | 0 |
| 2015 | 21 | 42 | 0 |
| 2016 | 17 | 63 | 0 |
| 2017 | 12 | 52 | 0 |
| 2018 | 21 | 50 | 0 |
| 2019 | 13 | 59 | 13 |
| 2020 | 13 | 39 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 | 32 | 0 |
| 2022 | 29 | 42 | 19 |
| 2023 | 16 | 43 | 12 |
| 2024 | 0 | 31 | 15 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 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. Efird Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Efird's recorded volume peaked at 90 procedures in 2022 and stood at 46 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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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. Efird
How does Dr. Efird's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Efird has performed 46 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Efird ranks #99 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Efird perform?
Dr. Efird's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Efird in Branson?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Branson 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 Missouri surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Efird 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Efird's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 46 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. Efird's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Efird's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 90 procedures in 2022 and was 46 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. Efird perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Efird's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Efird affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Efird is affiliated with Cox Medical Center Branson, Cox Medical Centers.
How does Dr. Efird compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Branson?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Branson, Dr. Efird ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Efird is among the highest-volume surgeons in Branson.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Efird practices?
Cox Medical Center Branson (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Cox Medical Centers (3 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 Branson, Missouri
Dr. Efird's 46 Medicare procedures are above the Branson average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Branson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Patrick Finkbone | 52 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Darin Talley | 19 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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