Dr. Joseph Byrne, M.D.
Contact & Location
Perryville, MO 63775
Dr. Joseph Byrne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Perryville, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Byrne has performed 54 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #42 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Byrne performs above average in knee (54 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Byrne's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 54 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Byrne extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 39 to 54 in the most recent data, a 38% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Byrne's 54 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. Byrne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Byrne's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 38% from 39 procedures in 2013 to 54 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Byrne
How does Dr. Byrne's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Byrne has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Byrne ranks #84 out of 204 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 54 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 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Byrne's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Byrne's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 39 procedures in 2013 to 54 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 54 procedures in 2024.
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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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