Dr. Deborah McAlister, MD
Contact & Location
Muskogee, OK 74401
Dr. Deborah McAlister is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Muskogee, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. McAlister has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#41 in Oklahoma) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. McAlister performs below average in knee (34 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 38 avg).
Dr. McAlister's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Dr. McAlister is the only orthopedic surgeon in Muskogee represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. McAlister's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 24 to 77 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. McAlister's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. McAlister Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McAlister's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 24 to 77 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. McAlister
How does Dr. McAlister's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. McAlister has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oklahoma average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. McAlister ranks #50 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McAlister perform?
Dr. McAlister's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Where is Dr. McAlister's practice located?
Dr. McAlister practices in Muskogee, Oklahoma. The office is located at 2900 N Main St Ste 101, Muskogee, OK 74401. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. McAlister for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. McAlister 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. McAlister's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McAlister's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. McAlister's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 24 to 77 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. McAlister perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McAlister's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McAlister affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McAlister is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee, W W Hastings Indian Hospital, Northeastern Health System.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McAlister practices?
Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); W W Hastings Indian Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Northeastern Health System (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.
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