Dr. David-Alan Rubin, M.D.
Dr. David-Alan Rubin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Rubin has performed 122 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#10 in Mississippi) and 50 hip replacements, for a combined total of 172 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Rubin performs above average in knee (122 vs 63 avg), above average in hip (50 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Rubin's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (122 cases) and hip replacements (50 cases).
Jackson is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jackson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Rubin first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Rubin's 122 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Rubin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Contact & Location
Jackson, MS 39202
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rubin has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Rubin
How does Dr. Rubin's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Rubin has performed 172 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Mississippi average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rubin ranks #9 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rubin perform?
Dr. Rubin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (122 cases) and hip replacement (50 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Rubin with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Rubin ranks #10 in Mississippi for knee replacement with 122 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 80 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rubin in Jackson?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson 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 Mississippi surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Rubin 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. Rubin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 172 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Rubin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rubin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (122 cases), hip replacement (50 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rubin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rubin is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi, Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Irving, Texas Health Hospital Mansfield. Dr. Rubin maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Rubin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jackson?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson, Dr. Rubin ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Jackson has 425 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rubin practices?
Baylor Scott And White Orthopedic And Spine Hospi (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Irving (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Texas Health Hospital Mansfield (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 Jackson, Mississippi
Dr. Rubin's 172 Medicare procedures are below the Jackson average of 218. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jackson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Mehrle | 425 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Pickering | 266 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeff Almand | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Johnson | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Young | 167 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Folse | 125 | Hip, Knee |
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