Dr. Jacob Smithey, M.D.
Contact & Location
662-767-4200
Tupelo, MS 38801
Oxford, MS 38655
Dr. Smithey performs more knee replacement procedures than 53% of orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #27 of 58 ranked knee surgeons in Mississippi.
About Dr. Smithey
Practice. Dr. Jacob Smithey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tupelo, Mississippi. The latest annual CMS data records 47 knee replacements and 16 hip replacements, 63 procedures in all. That is #27 in Mississippi for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2019.
Trend. Dr. Smithey first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 47 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Tupelo has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 63 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Smithey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
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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What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Smithey
How does Dr. Smithey's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Smithey has performed 63 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Mississippi average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Smithey ranks #28 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smithey perform?
Dr. Smithey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smithey in Tupelo?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo 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. Smithey 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. Smithey's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 270 procedures against the 63 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.
Does Dr. Smithey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Smithey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smithey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smithey is affiliated with North Mississippi Medical Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms, Merit Health River Oaks, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County.
How does Dr. Smithey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo, Dr. Smithey ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tupelo has 322 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smithey practices?
North Mississippi Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Merit Health River Oaks (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 Tupelo, Mississippi
Dr. Smithey's 63 Medicare procedures are below the Tupelo average of 118. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tupelo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Rowland Roberson | 322 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Miller | 206 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeb Williams | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Rainey | 44 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Taylor Mathis | 35 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Chad Altmyer | 34 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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