Dr. Robert Jones, M.D.
Contact & Location
417-820-5610
Ozark, MO 65721
Dr. Jones performs more knee replacement procedures than 99% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #1 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Jones
Practice. Dr. Robert Jones is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ozark, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 223 knee replacements and 88 hip replacements, 311 procedures in all. That is #1 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 74 procedures a year to 311, up 320%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 223 procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45. That is #39 nationally.
Local context. Ozark has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 31 | 43 |
| 2017 | 51 | 69 |
| 2018 | 59 | 63 |
| 2019 | 60 | 89 |
| 2020 | 43 | 83 |
| 2021 | 68 | 110 |
| 2022 | 75 | 142 |
| 2023 | 68 | 152 |
| 2024 | 88 | 223 |
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. Jones Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jones's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 320% from 74 procedures in 2016 to 311 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jones
How does Dr. Jones's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Jones has performed 311 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the Missouri average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jones ranks #1 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jones perform?
Dr. Jones's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (223 cases) and hip replacement (88 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Jones with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Jones ranks #1 in Missouri for knee replacement with 223 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 204 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jones in Ozark?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Ozark 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. Jones 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. Jones's total volume across all insurers at roughly 1,060 to 1,320 procedures against the 311 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. Jones's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jones's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 74 procedures in 2016 to 311 in the most recent data, a 320% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 311 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Jones perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jones's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (223 cases), hip replacement (88 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jones affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jones is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, Mercy Hospital Lebanon, Citizens Memorial Hospital, Ozarks Healthcare, Mercy Hospital Aurora.
How does Dr. Jones compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ozark?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Ozark, Dr. Jones ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Jones has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jones practices?
Mercy Hospital Springfield (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Hospital Lebanon (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Citizens Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Ozark, Missouri
Dr. Jones's 311 Medicare procedures are above the Ozark average of 162. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ozark.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Megan Manthe | 129 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Rogers | 45 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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