Knee
Dr. Susan Jolly, M.D.
Dr. Susan Jolly is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Plains, Missouri. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Jolly has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #127 in Missouri.
In Missouri, Dr. Jolly performs below average in knee (17 vs 43 avg).
Dr. Jolly's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 17 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. Jolly is the only orthopedic surgeon in West Plains represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Jolly's Medicare record spans 8 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 15 to 23 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Jolly's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Jolly Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Missouri state average.
Contact & Location
West Plains, MO 65775
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jolly's procedure volume has been consistent across 8 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 23 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.
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. Jolly
How does Dr. Jolly's procedure volume compare to other Missouri surgeons?
Dr. Jolly has performed 17 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. Jolly ranks #167 out of 199 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 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Jolly's practice located?
Dr. Jolly practices in West Plains, Missouri. The office is located at 1100 N Kentucky Ave, West Plains, MO 65775. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Jolly for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Jolly 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. Jolly's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jolly's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Jolly's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 8 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 23 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
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.
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