Dr. Derek Miller, D.O.
Contact & Location
417-781-2807
Joplin, MO 64804
Dr. Miller performs more knee replacement procedures than 84% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #25 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Miller
Practice. Dr. Derek Miller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Joplin, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 72 knee replacements and 57 hip replacements, 129 procedures in all. That is #25 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 95 procedures a year to 129, up 36%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 72 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Joplin has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Miller also holds hospital privileges in MO and KS and OK, a practice that extends beyond Missouri.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 34 | 61 |
| 2014 | 41 | 62 |
| 2015 | 53 | 61 |
| 2016 | 34 | 84 |
| 2017 | 45 | 75 |
| 2018 | 46 | 81 |
| 2019 | 57 | 88 |
| 2020 | 51 | 97 |
| 2021 | 45 | 109 |
| 2022 | 58 | 76 |
| 2023 | 42 | 88 |
| 2024 | 57 | 72 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Miller Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 36% from 95 procedures in 2013 to 129 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. Miller
How does Dr. Miller's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Miller has performed 129 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Miller ranks #21 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Miller perform?
Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases) and hip replacement (57 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Miller in Joplin?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Joplin 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. Miller 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Miller's total volume across all insurers at roughly 430 to 540 procedures against the 129 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. Miller's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 95 procedures in 2013 to 129 in the most recent data, a 36% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 154 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Miller perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Miller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (57 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Miller affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Miller is affiliated with Freeman Health System - Freeman West, Mercy Hospital Pittsburg, Inc, Integris Miami Hospital, Freeman Neosho Hospital. Dr. Miller maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Miller compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Joplin?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Joplin, Dr. Miller ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Miller is among the highest-volume surgeons in Joplin.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Miller practices?
Freeman Health System - Freeman West (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Hospital Pittsburg, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Integris Miami Hospital (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 Joplin, Missouri
Dr. Miller's 129 Medicare procedures are above the Joplin average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Joplin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Black | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Twiss | 43 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Sanders | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Robert Lieurance | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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