Dr. Robert Pickering, M.D.
Contact & Location
901-861-9610
Olive Branch, MS 38654
Dr. Pickering performs more knee replacement procedures than 22% of orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #45 of 58 ranked knee surgeons in Mississippi.
About Dr. Pickering
Practice. Dr. Robert Pickering is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The latest annual CMS data records 18 knee replacements. That is #45 in Mississippi for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Dr. Pickering first appears in the Medicare data in 2013. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Dr. Pickering practices across state lines. Dr. Pickering also holds hospital privileges in MS and TN, a practice that extends beyond Mississippi.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 35 procedures in 2013 and 18 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Pickering Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pickering has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2013. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
If you are considering knee replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
An overview of current surgical approaches including robotic-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, implant options, and expected outcomes.
Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
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.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pickering
How does Dr. Pickering's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Pickering has performed 18 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. Pickering ranks #57 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pickering perform?
Dr. Pickering's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Pickering's practice located?
Dr. Pickering practices in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The office is located at 9085 Sandidge Center Cv, Olive Branch, MS 38654. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Pickering for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pickering represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Pickering's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 18 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pickering affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pickering is affiliated with Methodist Healthcare - Olive Branch Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital. Dr. Pickering maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pickering practices?
Methodist Healthcare - Olive Branch Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars); Baptist Memorial Hospital (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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