Dr. Brian Dilworth, M.D.
Dr. Brian Dilworth is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Dilworth has performed 95 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#5 in Tennessee) and 60 knee replacements, for a combined total of 155 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Dilworth performs well above average in hip (95 vs 36 avg), above average in knee (60 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Dilworth's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (95 cases) and knee replacements (60 cases).
Knoxville is home to 30 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. Dilworth extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 155 in the most recent data, a 675% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dilworth's 95 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36, ranking #179 nationally.
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. Dilworth Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37909
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dilworth's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 675% from 20 procedures in 2018 to 155 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. Dilworth
How does Dr. Dilworth's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Dilworth has performed 155 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dilworth ranks #19 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dilworth perform?
Dr. Dilworth's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (95 cases) and knee replacement (60 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Dilworth with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Dilworth ranks #5 in Tennessee for hip replacement with 95 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 214 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dilworth in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 30 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. Dilworth 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. Dilworth's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 155 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dilworth's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dilworth's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2018 to 155 in the most recent data, a 675% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 155 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dilworth perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dilworth's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (95 cases), knee replacement (60 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dilworth affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dilworth is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, University Of Tn Medical Center (The).
How does Dr. Dilworth compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Dilworth ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 341 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dilworth practices?
Parkwest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Blount Memorial Hospital (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. Dilworth's 155 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 193. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Yau | 133 | Hip, Knee |
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