Dr. Bradley Jaquith, MD
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37916
Dr. Bradley Jaquith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Jaquith has performed 15 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#44 in Tennessee) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Jaquith performs below average in shoulder (15 vs 32 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 46 avg).
Dr. Jaquith's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (15 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Knoxville is home to 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Knoxville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Jaquith extend back to 2017, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 22 to 26 in the most recent data, a 18% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Jaquith's 15 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. Jaquith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jaquith's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 18% from 22 procedures in 2017 to 26 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jaquith
How does Dr. Jaquith's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Jaquith has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Jaquith ranks #161 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jaquith perform?
Dr. Jaquith's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (15 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jaquith 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. Jaquith 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. Jaquith's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jaquith's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jaquith's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2017 to 26 in the most recent data, a 18% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 30 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Jaquith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jaquith's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (15 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jaquith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jaquith is affiliated with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Leconte Medical Center.
How does Dr. Jaquith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Jaquith ranks #26 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. Jaquith 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). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Jaquith's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 173. 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 |
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