Dr. Patrick Knight, MD
Dr. Patrick Knight is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Knight has performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#50 in Missouri) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 64 procedures.
In Missouri, Dr. Knight performs near average in knee (44 vs 43 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Knight's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (44 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Cape Girardeau is home to 6 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.
Dr. Knight's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 109 procedures in 2015 before settling at 64 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Knight'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. Knight Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Knight's recorded volume peaked at 109 procedures in 2015 and stood at 64 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Knight
How does Dr. Knight's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Knight has performed 64 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Missouri average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Knight ranks #61 out of 199 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Knight perform?
Dr. Knight's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Knight in Cape Girardeau?
Yes. There are 6 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. Knight 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. Knight's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 64 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Knight's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Knight's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 109 procedures in 2015 and was 64 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. Knight perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Knight's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Knight affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Knight is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center, Missouri Delta Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Southeast, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Knight compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cape Girardeau?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Cape Girardeau, Dr. Knight ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cape Girardeau has 85 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Knight practices?
Saint Francis Medical Center (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 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Dr. Knight's 64 Medicare procedures are above the Cape Girardeau average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cape Girardeau.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Schafer | 85 | Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Ritter | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charity Jacobs | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Khalid Waliullah | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Edwards | 29 | Knee |
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