Dr. Robert Dews, MD
Contact & Location
Hattlesburg, MS 39401
Dr. Robert Dews is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hattlesburg, Mississippi. Dr. Dews has performed 14 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #21 in Mississippi.
In Mississippi, Dr. Dews performs below average in shoulder (14 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Dews's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 14 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Dews is the only orthopedic surgeon in Hattlesburg represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Dews first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Dews's 14 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Dews 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 Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dews
How does Dr. Dews's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Dews has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Mississippi average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dews ranks #69 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dews perform?
Dr. Dews's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Dews's practice located?
Dr. Dews practices in Hattlesburg, Mississippi. The office is located at 3688 Veterans Memorial Drive, Hattlesburg, MS 39401. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Dews for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dews 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. Dews's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dews affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dews is affiliated with Forrest General Hospital, Merit Health Wesley, South Central Reg Med Ctr, Marion General Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dews practices?
Forrest General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Merit Health Wesley (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); South Central Reg Med Ctr (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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