Dr. Joel Tucker, M.D.
Dr. Joel Tucker is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Biloxi, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Tucker has performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#33 in Mississippi) and 32 hip replacements, for a combined total of 69 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Tucker performs below average in knee (37 vs 63 avg), near average in hip (32 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Tucker's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (37 cases) and hip replacements (32 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Tucker holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Biloxi is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Biloxi area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Tucker extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 69 in the most recent data, a 306% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tucker's 37 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Tucker Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Contact & Location
Biloxi, MS 39532
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tucker's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 306% from 17 procedures in 2013 to 69 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. Tucker
How does Dr. Tucker's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Tucker has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Mississippi average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tucker ranks #27 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tucker perform?
Dr. Tucker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and hip replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tucker in Biloxi?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Biloxi 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. Tucker 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. Tucker's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 69 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tucker's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tucker's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 69 in the most recent data, a 306% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Tucker perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tucker's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tucker affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tucker is affiliated with Singing River Gulfport, Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, Singing River Health System.
How does Dr. Tucker compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Biloxi?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Biloxi, Dr. Tucker ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tucker is among the highest-volume surgeons in Biloxi.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tucker practices?
Singing River Gulfport (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Memorial Hospital At Gulfport (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Singing River Health System (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 Biloxi, Mississippi
Dr. Tucker's 69 Medicare procedures are above the Biloxi average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Biloxi.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Dudley Burwell | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Noblin | 41 | Knee |
| Dr. George Salloum | 36 | Knee |
| Dr. Yekaterina Karpitskaya | 13 | Knee |
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