Dr. Jeffrey Cummings
Contact & Location
Carson City, NV 89705
Dr. Jeffrey Cummings is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Carson City, Nevada. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Cummings has performed 22 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#11 in Nevada) and 13 knee replacements, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In Nevada, Dr. Cummings performs below average in shoulder (22 vs 29 avg), below average in knee (13 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Cummings's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (22 cases) and knee replacements (13 cases).
Carson City is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Carson City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Cummings also maintains hospital privileges in NV and CA and OR, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Nevada.
Dr. Cummings's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 69 procedures in 2019 before settling at 35 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Cummings's 22 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. Cummings Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nevada state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cummings's recorded volume peaked at 69 procedures in 2019 and stood at 35 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Cummings
How does Dr. Cummings's procedure volume compare to other Nevada surgeons?
Dr. Cummings has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nevada average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Cummings ranks #36 out of 58 orthopedic surgeons in Nevada.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cummings perform?
Dr. Cummings's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (22 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Cummings with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Cummings ranks #11 in Nevada for shoulder replacement with 22 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 58 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cummings in Carson City?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Carson City 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 Nevada surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cummings 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. Cummings's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cummings's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cummings's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 69 procedures in 2019 and was 35 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Cummings perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cummings's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (22 cases), knee replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cummings affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cummings is affiliated with Carson Valley Health, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Barton Memorial Hospital, Sky Lakes Medical Center. Dr. Cummings maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Cummings compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Carson City?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Carson City, Dr. Cummings ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Carson City has 109 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cummings practices?
Carson Valley Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Barton Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Carson City, Nevada
Dr. Cummings's 35 Medicare procedures are below the Carson City average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Carson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Edmunds | 109 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nicholas Dirig | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Swanson | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Rueben Nair | 13 | Knee |
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