Dr. Izuchukwu Ibe, MD
Dr. Izuchukwu Ibe is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Ibe has performed 22 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#25 in Mississippi) and 20 knee replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Ibe performs below average in hip (22 vs 37 avg), below average in knee (20 vs 63 avg).
Dr. Ibe's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (22 cases) and knee replacements (20 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. Ibe first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ibe's 22 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Ibe Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Contact & Location
Jackson, MS 39216
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ibe 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. Ibe
How does Dr. Ibe's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Ibe has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Mississippi average is 70 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Ibe ranks #37 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ibe perform?
Dr. Ibe's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (22 cases) and knee replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ibe 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. Ibe 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. Ibe's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ibe perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ibe's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (22 cases), knee replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ibe affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ibe is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Med Center.
How does Dr. Ibe compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jackson?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson, Dr. Ibe ranks #9 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. Ibe practices?
University Of Mississippi Med Center (2 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 Jackson, Mississippi
Dr. Ibe's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Jackson average of 206. 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. David-Alan Rubin | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Young | 167 | Hip, Knee |
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