Dr. John Foropoulos, M.D.
Dr. John Foropoulos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Corinth, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Foropoulos has completed 47 knee replacements (#24 in Mississippi), 17 shoulder replacements, and 15 hip replacements, totaling 79 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Foropoulos performs below average in knee (47 vs 63 avg), below average in shoulder (17 vs 24 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Foropoulos performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (47 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (17) and hip replacements (15).
Corinth is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Corinth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Foropoulos's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2014 before settling at 79 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Foropoulos's 47 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. Foropoulos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Contact & Location
Corinth, MS 38834
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Foropoulos's recorded volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2014 and stood at 79 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Foropoulos
How does Dr. Foropoulos's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Foropoulos has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Mississippi average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Foropoulos ranks #23 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Foropoulos perform?
Dr. Foropoulos performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (47 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Foropoulos in Corinth?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Corinth 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. Foropoulos 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. Foropoulos's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 79 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Foropoulos's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Foropoulos's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2014 and was 79 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Foropoulos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Foropoulos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Foropoulos among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Foropoulos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Foropoulos is affiliated with Magnolia Regional Health Center, Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Foropoulos practices?
Magnolia Regional Health Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Corinth, Mississippi
Dr. Foropoulos's 79 Medicare procedures are below the Corinth average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Corinth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Randall Frazier | 83 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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