Dr. Jess Kirby, MD
Contact & Location
704-316-1830
Cornelius, NC 28031
About Dr. Kirby
Dr. Jess Kirby is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cornelius, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Kirby performed 31 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#67 in North Carolina) and 18 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Kirby performs near the state average in hip (31 vs 33), below the state average in knee (18 vs 44).
Dr. Kirby's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (31 cases) and knee replacements (18 cases).
Dr. Kirby is the only orthopedic surgeon in Cornelius represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Kirby extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 38 to 49 in the most recent data, a 29% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kirby's 31 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 21 | 17 |
| 2014 | 12 | 16 |
| 2015 | 25 | 15 |
| 2016 | 19 | 0 |
| 2017 | 23 | 15 |
| 2018 | 27 | 22 |
| 2019 | 30 | 23 |
| 2020 | 23 | 23 |
| 2021 | 19 | 14 |
| 2022 | 16 | 16 |
| 2023 | 24 | 22 |
| 2024 | 31 | 18 |
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. Kirby Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kirby's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 29% from 38 procedures in 2013 to 49 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. Kirby
How does Dr. Kirby's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Kirby has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kirby ranks #121 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kirby perform?
Dr. Kirby's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (31 cases) and knee replacement (18 cases).
Where is Dr. Kirby's practice located?
Dr. Kirby practices in Cornelius, North Carolina. The office is located at 19485 Old Jetton Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Kirby for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kirby 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. Kirby's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 49 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kirby's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kirby's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 38 procedures in 2013 to 49 in the most recent data, a 29% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Kirby perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kirby's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (31 cases), knee replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kirby affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kirby is affiliated with Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kirby practices?
Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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