Dr. Charity Jacobs, M.D.
Contact & Location
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Dr. Charity Jacobs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Jacobs has performed 56 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#41 in Missouri) and 49 hip replacements, for a combined total of 105 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Jacobs performs above average in knee (56 vs 42 avg), above average in hip (49 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Jacobs's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (56 cases) and hip replacements (49 cases).
Cape Girardeau is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cape Girardeau area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Jacobs extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 33 to 105 in the most recent data, a 218% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Jacobs's 56 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Jacobs Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jacobs's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 218% from 33 procedures in 2020 to 105 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jacobs
How does Dr. Jacobs's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Jacobs has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jacobs ranks #30 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jacobs perform?
Dr. Jacobs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jacobs in Cape Girardeau?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Cape Girardeau 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. Jacobs 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. Jacobs's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jacobs's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jacobs's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2020 to 105 in the most recent data, a 218% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Jacobs perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jacobs's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jacobs affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jacobs is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, Missouri Delta Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Stoddard, Madison Medical Center.
How does Dr. Jacobs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cape Girardeau?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Cape Girardeau, Dr. Jacobs ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Jacobs has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jacobs practices?
Mercy Hospital Southeast (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Missouri Delta Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Hospital Stoddard (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Dr. Jacobs's 105 Medicare procedures are above the Cape Girardeau average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cape Girardeau.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Raymond Ritter | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Knight | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Schafer | 60 | Knee |
| Dr. James Edwards | 23 | Knee |
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