Dr. Jacob Smithey, MD
Contact & Location
Tupelo, MS 38801
Dr. Jacob Smithey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tupelo, Mississippi. Dr. Smithey has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#27 in Mississippi) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 63 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Smithey performs below average in knee (47 vs 59 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Smithey's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
Tupelo is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tupelo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Smithey first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Smithey's 47 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. 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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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 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. Smithey's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 63 procedures shown here.
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.
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). 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 |
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