Dr. Edwin Kennedy, M.D.
Contact & Location
601-987-8200
Flowood, MS 39232
Madison, MS 39110
Dr. Kennedy performs more knee replacement procedures than 81% of orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 58 ranked knee surgeons in Mississippi.
About Dr. Kennedy
Practice. Dr. Edwin Kennedy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flowood, Mississippi. The latest annual CMS data records 103 knee replacements and 34 hip replacements, 137 procedures in all. That is #11 in Mississippi for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 124 and 192 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 103 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Flowood has 5 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 | 40 | 96 |
| 2014 | 31 | 96 |
| 2015 | 27 | 124 |
| 2016 | 29 | 95 |
| 2017 | 36 | 110 |
| 2018 | 40 | 101 |
| 2019 | 45 | 147 |
| 2020 | 41 | 93 |
| 2021 | 36 | 116 |
| 2022 | 40 | 121 |
| 2023 | 39 | 101 |
| 2024 | 34 | 103 |
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. Kennedy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kennedy's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 124 to 192 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kennedy
How does Dr. Kennedy's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Kennedy has performed 137 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Mississippi average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kennedy ranks #13 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kennedy perform?
Dr. Kennedy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kennedy with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Kennedy ranks #11 in Mississippi for knee replacement with 103 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 78 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kennedy in Flowood?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Flowood 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. Kennedy 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. Kennedy's total volume across all insurers at roughly 470 to 580 procedures against the 137 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. Kennedy's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kennedy's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 124 to 192 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Kennedy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kennedy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases), hip replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kennedy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kennedy is affiliated with Merit Health River Oaks, Fmol Health I St Dominic, Simpson General Hospital Cah.
How does Dr. Kennedy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Flowood?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Flowood, Dr. Kennedy ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kennedy is among the highest-volume surgeons in Flowood.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kennedy practices?
Merit Health River Oaks (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fmol Health I St Dominic (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Flowood, Mississippi
Dr. Kennedy's 137 Medicare procedures are above the Flowood average of 91. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Flowood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Futvoye | 186 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William McCraney | 56 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Dulske | 52 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Hendrix | 24 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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