Dr. Jean Simard, M.D.
Contact & Location
901-381-4664
Bartlett, TN 38133
Germantown, TN 38138
Memphis, TN 38117
Dr. Simard performs more knee replacement procedures than 69% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #53 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Simard
Practice. Dr. Jean Simard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bartlett, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 53 knee replacements and 23 hip replacements, 76 procedures in all. That is #53 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 29 procedures a year to 76, up 162%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 53 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Bartlett has 4 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 | 13 | 16 |
| 2014 | 0 | 13 |
| 2015 | 0 | 16 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 20 |
| 2018 | 0 | 21 |
| 2019 | 12 | 47 |
| 2020 | 13 | 32 |
| 2021 | 14 | 29 |
| 2022 | 14 | 38 |
| 2023 | 12 | 33 |
| 2024 | 23 | 53 |
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. Simard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Simard's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 162% from 29 procedures in 2013 to 76 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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Simard
How does Dr. Simard's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Simard has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Simard ranks #72 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Simard perform?
Dr. Simard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Simard in Bartlett?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bartlett 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. Simard 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. Simard's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 320 procedures against the 76 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. Simard's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Simard's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2013 to 76 in the most recent data, a 162% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 76 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Simard perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Simard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (53 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Simard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Simard is affiliated with St Francis Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Simard compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bartlett?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Bartlett, Dr. Simard ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Simard is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bartlett.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Simard practices?
St Francis Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Memorial Hospital (2 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 Bartlett, Tennessee
Dr. Simard's 76 Medicare procedures are above the Bartlett average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bartlett.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Ferguson | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Waggoner | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pokabla | 52 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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