Dr. David Sickle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Tennessee. Dr. Sickle has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#81 in Tennessee) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
Dr. Sickle's 47 Medicare procedures are near the Tennessee median of 47. The state has 214 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Sickle's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Jackson is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jackson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sickle
How does Dr. Sickle's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Sickle has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sickle ranks #107 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sickle perform?
Dr. Sickle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sickle in Jackson?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson 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. Sickle 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. Sickle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Jackson, Tennessee
Compare Dr. Sickle's volume with other surgeons practicing in Jackson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kelly Pucek | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Nord | 73 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Hutchison | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. L Johnson | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Smith | 40 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Haltom | 38 | Knee |
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