Dr. Rory Dunham, D.O.
Contact & Location
Midwest City, OK 73130
Dr. Rory Dunham is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Midwest City, Oklahoma. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Dunham has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#56 in Oklahoma) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Dunham performs below average in knee (29 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 38 avg).
Dr. Dunham's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Midwest City is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Midwest City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dunham extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 41 in the most recent data, a 193% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Dunham's 29 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. Dunham Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dunham's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 193% from 14 procedures in 2014 to 41 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. Dunham
How does Dr. Dunham's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Dunham has performed 41 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. Dunham ranks #58 out of 119 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dunham perform?
Dr. Dunham's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dunham in Midwest City?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Midwest 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dunham 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. Dunham's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dunham's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dunham's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2014 to 41 in the most recent data, a 193% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 46 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dunham perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dunham's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dunham affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dunham is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Ardmore, Inc, Mercy Health Love County, Arbuckle Memorial Hospital Authority.
How does Dr. Dunham compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Midwest City?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Midwest City, Dr. Dunham ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dunham has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dunham 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Midwest City, Oklahoma
Dr. Dunham's 41 Medicare procedures are above the Midwest City average of 23. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Midwest City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bommasamudram Kumar | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Jordan | 13 | Knee |
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