Dr. Dudley Burwell, MD
Contact & Location
Biloxi, MS 39531
Dr. Dudley Burwell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Biloxi, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Burwell has performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#26 in Mississippi) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 69 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Burwell performs near average in knee (48 vs 59 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Burwell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (48 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Biloxi is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Biloxi area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Burwell's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 110 procedures in 2015 before settling at 69 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Burwell's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Burwell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Burwell's recorded volume peaked at 110 procedures in 2015 and stood at 69 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. Burwell
How does Dr. Burwell's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Burwell has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Mississippi average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Burwell ranks #25 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Burwell perform?
Dr. Burwell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Burwell in Biloxi?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Biloxi 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. Burwell 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. Burwell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 69 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Burwell's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Burwell's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 110 procedures in 2015 and was 69 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. Burwell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Burwell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Burwell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Burwell is affiliated with Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, Merit Health Biloxi.
How does Dr. Burwell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Biloxi?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Biloxi, Dr. Burwell ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Burwell has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Burwell practices?
Memorial Hospital At Gulfport (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Merit Health Biloxi (1 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 Biloxi, Mississippi
Dr. Burwell's 69 Medicare procedures are above the Biloxi average of 50. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Biloxi.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Tucker | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Noblin | 51 | Knee |
| Dr. George Salloum | 46 | Knee |
| Dr. Yekaterina Karpitskaya | 20 | Knee |
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