Dr. Robert Ellis, MD
Dr. Robert Ellis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oxford, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Ellis has performed 97 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#12 in Mississippi) and 46 hip replacements, for a combined total of 143 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Ellis performs above average in knee (97 vs 63 avg), above average in hip (46 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Ellis's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (97 cases) and hip replacements (46 cases).
Oxford is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oxford area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ellis first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ellis's 97 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Ellis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Contact & Location
Oxford, MS 38655
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ellis has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Ellis
How does Dr. Ellis's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Ellis has performed 143 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Mississippi average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ellis ranks #13 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ellis perform?
Dr. Ellis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (97 cases) and hip replacement (46 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Ellis with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Ellis ranks #12 in Mississippi for knee replacement with 97 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 80 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ellis in Oxford?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Oxford 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. Ellis 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. Ellis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 143 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ellis perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ellis's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (97 cases), hip replacement (46 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ellis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ellis is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms, University Of Mississippi Medical Center- Grenada, North Mississippi Medical Center.
How does Dr. Ellis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oxford?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Oxford, Dr. Ellis ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ellis is among the highest-volume surgeons in Oxford.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ellis practices?
Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Of Mississippi Medical Center- Grenada (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); North Mississippi Medical Center (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 Oxford, Mississippi
Dr. Ellis's 143 Medicare procedures are above the Oxford average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oxford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Boyd | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Phillip Sandifer | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurre Luber | 104 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Cooper Terry | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allen Moore | 24 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Field | 14 | Knee |
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