Dr. Susan Jolly, M.D.
Contact & Location
417-256-9111
West Plains, MO 65775
Dr. Jolly performs more knee replacement procedures than 7% of orthopedic surgeons in Missouri, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #153 of 166 ranked knee surgeons in Missouri.
About Dr. Jolly
Practice. Dr. Susan Jolly is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Plains, Missouri. The latest annual CMS data records 14 knee replacements. That is #153 in Missouri for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 9 years. Volume peaked at 23 in 2019 and stands at 14 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. West Plains has 2 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 14 |
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. 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. Jolly Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jolly's recorded volume peaked at 23 procedures in 2019 and stood at 14 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jolly
How does Dr. Jolly's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Jolly has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Missouri average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Jolly ranks #189 out of 204 orthopedic surgeons in Missouri.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jolly perform?
Dr. Jolly's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jolly in West Plains?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in West Plains 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. Jolly 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, which puts Dr. Jolly's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 14 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. Jolly's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Jolly's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 23 procedures in 2019 and was 14 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jolly affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jolly is affiliated with Ozarks Healthcare.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jolly practices?
Ozarks Healthcare (2 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 West Plains, Missouri
Dr. Jolly's 14 Medicare procedures are below the West Plains average of 19. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Plains.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Caleb Piatt | 24 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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