Dr. David Sickle, M.D.
Contact & Location
731-661-9825
Jackson, TN 38305
Dr. Sickle performs more knee replacement procedures than 67% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #58 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Sickle
Practice. Dr. David Sickle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 51 knee replacements and 27 hip replacements, 78 procedures in all. That is #58 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 26 procedures a year to 78, up 200%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 51 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Jackson has 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Sickle also holds hospital privileges in TN and WI, a practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 26 |
| 2014 | 16 | 29 |
| 2015 | 13 | 29 |
| 2016 | 18 | 30 |
| 2017 | 14 | 29 |
| 2018 | 17 | 29 |
| 2019 | 14 | 30 |
| 2020 | 19 | 35 |
| 2021 | 22 | 36 |
| 2022 | 0 | 49 |
| 2023 | 12 | 35 |
| 2024 | 27 | 51 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Sickle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sickle's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 200% from 26 procedures in 2013 to 78 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sickle
How does Dr. Sickle's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Sickle has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sickle ranks #67 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sickle perform?
Dr. Sickle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and hip replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sickle in Jackson?
Yes. There are 14 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 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Sickle's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 330 procedures against the 78 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. Sickle's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sickle's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 26 procedures in 2013 to 78 in the most recent data, a 200% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 78 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Sickle perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sickle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sickle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sickle is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Ascension Ne Wisconsin - St Elizabeth Campus, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital. Dr. Sickle maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Sickle compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jackson?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson, Dr. Sickle ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sickle has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sickle practices?
Jackson-Madison County General Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ascension Ne Wisconsin - St Elizabeth Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Jackson, Tennessee
Dr. Sickle's 78 Medicare procedures are above the Jackson average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jackson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kelly Pucek | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. L Johnson | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Smith | 53 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Hutchison | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Nord | 41 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Ragon | 38 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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