Dr. Gregory Dabov, M.D.
Contact & Location
Southaven, MS 38671
Dr. Gregory Dabov is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Southaven, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Dabov has performed 115 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#10 in Mississippi) and 46 hip replacements, for a combined total of 161 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Dabov performs above average in knee (115 vs 59 avg), above average in hip (46 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Dabov's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (115 cases) and hip replacements (46 cases).
Dr. Dabov is the only orthopedic surgeon in Southaven represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Dabov extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 161 in the most recent data, a 1050% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dabov's 115 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Dabov Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dabov's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 1050% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 161 in the most recent data.
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. Dabov
How does Dr. Dabov's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Dabov has performed 161 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Mississippi average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dabov ranks #10 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dabov perform?
Dr. Dabov's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (115 cases) and hip replacement (46 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Dabov with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Dabov ranks #10 in Mississippi for knee replacement with 115 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 78 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Dabov's practice located?
Dr. Dabov practices in Southaven, Mississippi. The office is located at 7545 Airways Blvd, Southaven, MS 38671. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Dabov for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dabov 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. Dabov's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 161 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dabov's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dabov's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 161 in the most recent data, a 1050% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 192 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Dabov perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dabov's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (115 cases), hip replacement (46 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dabov affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dabov is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis. Dr. Dabov maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dabov practices?
Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis (4 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.
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