Knee
Dr. Joseph Byrne, M.D.
Dr. Joseph Byrne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Perryville, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Byrne has performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #49 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Byrne performs near average in knee (44 vs 43 avg).
Dr. Byrne's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 44 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Byrne is the only orthopedic surgeon in Perryville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Byrne's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 29 to 45 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Byrne's 44 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Byrne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Perryville, MO 63775
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Byrne's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 29 to 45 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Byrne
How does Dr. Byrne's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Byrne has performed 44 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Byrne ranks #89 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Byrne perform?
Dr. Byrne's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 44 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Byrne's practice located?
Dr. Byrne practices in Perryville, Missouri. The office is located at 206 Hospital Ln, Perryville, MO 63775. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Byrne for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Byrne 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. Byrne's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 44 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Byrne's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Byrne's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 29 to 45 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Byrne affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Byrne is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Perry, Madison Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Southeast.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Byrne practices?
Mercy Hospital Perry (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Hospital Southeast (2 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.
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