Dr. Joel Troop, M.D.
Contact & Location
Ardmore, OK 73401
Dr. Joel Troop is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ardmore, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Troop has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#39 in Oklahoma) and 27 hip replacements, for a combined total of 68 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Troop performs near average in knee (41 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (27 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Troop's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (41 cases) and hip replacements (27 cases).
Dr. Troop is the only orthopedic surgeon in Ardmore represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Troop's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 137 procedures in 2019 before settling at 68 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Troop's 41 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Troop Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Troop's recorded volume peaked at 137 procedures in 2019 and stood at 68 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Troop
How does Dr. Troop's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Troop has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oklahoma average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Troop ranks #40 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Troop perform?
Dr. Troop's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (27 cases).
Where is Dr. Troop's practice located?
Dr. Troop practices in Ardmore, Oklahoma. The office is located at 2002 12th Ave Nw, Ardmore, OK 73401. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Troop for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Troop 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. Troop's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 68 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Troop's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Troop's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 137 procedures in 2019 and was 68 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. Troop perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Troop's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Troop affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Troop is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Ardmore, Inc, Arbuckle Memorial Hospital Authority, Mercy Health Love County, Alliancehealth Madill, Alliancehealth Durant.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Troop practices?
Mercy Hospital Ardmore, Inc (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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