Dr. Rowland Roberson, MD
Dr. Rowland Roberson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tupelo, Mississippi. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Roberson has performed 243 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in Mississippi) and 91 hip replacements, for a combined total of 334 procedures.
In Mississippi, Dr. Roberson performs well above average in knee (243 vs 63 avg), well above average in hip (91 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Roberson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (243 cases) and hip replacements (91 cases).
Tupelo is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tupelo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Roberson extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 49 to 334 in the most recent data, a 582% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Roberson's 243 verified procedures is more than 5x the national average of 45, ranking #27 nationally.
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. Roberson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Contact & Location
Tupelo, MS 38801
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Roberson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 582% from 49 procedures in 2013 to 334 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. Roberson
How does Dr. Roberson's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Roberson has performed 334 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Mississippi average of 70 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Roberson ranks #2 out of 80 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Roberson perform?
Dr. Roberson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (243 cases) and hip replacement (91 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Roberson with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Roberson ranks #2 in Mississippi for knee replacement with 243 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 80 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Roberson in Tupelo?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo 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. Roberson 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. Roberson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 334 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Roberson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Roberson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 49 procedures in 2013 to 334 in the most recent data, a 582% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 482 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Roberson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Roberson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (243 cases), hip replacement (91 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Roberson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Roberson is affiliated with Tallahatchie General Hospital-Cah, Tishomingo Health Services Inc, Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms, North Mississippi Medical Center, Magnolia Regional Health Center.
How does Dr. Roberson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Tupelo, Dr. Roberson ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Roberson has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Roberson practices?
Tishomingo Health Services Inc (5 out of 5 CMS stars); Baptist Memorial Hospital North Ms (3 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 Tupelo, Mississippi
Dr. Roberson's 334 Medicare procedures are above the Tupelo average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tupelo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Miller | 231 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeb Williams | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Rainey | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Taylor Mathis | 23 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gabriel Rulewicz | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Fagan | 15 | Shoulder |
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