Dr. Andrew Poole, M.D.
Contact & Location
865-524-5365
Knoxville, TN 37916
Knoxville, TN 37919
Lenoir City, TN 37772
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Sevierville, TN 37862
Dr. Poole performs more hip replacement procedures than 70% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #35 of 119 ranked hip surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Poole
Practice. Dr. Andrew Poole is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 46 hip replacements and 38 knee replacements, 84 procedures in all. That is #35 in Tennessee for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 26 procedures a year to 84, up 223%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 46 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Knoxville has 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 26 | 0 |
| 2022 | 26 | 25 |
| 2023 | 47 | 24 |
| 2024 | 46 | 38 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Poole Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Poole's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 223% from 26 procedures in 2021 to 84 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Home Safety: Creating Your Recovery SanctuaryRoom-by-room modifications, equipment recommendations, and fall-prevention strategies to prepare your home for a safe post-surgical recovery.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Poole
How does Dr. Poole's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Poole has performed 84 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Poole ranks #57 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Poole perform?
Dr. Poole's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (46 cases) and knee replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Poole in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Poole represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Poole's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 350 procedures against the 84 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Poole's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Poole's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 26 procedures in 2021 to 84 in the most recent data, a 223% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 84 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Poole perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Poole's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (46 cases), knee replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Poole affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Poole is affiliated with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Leconte Medical Center, University Of Tn Medical Center (The).
How does Dr. Poole compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Poole ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 386 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Poole practices?
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Leconte Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); University Of Tn Medical Center (The) (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Poole's 84 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 181. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 386 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 183 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 141 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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