Dr. Jeffrey Peterson, D.O.
Dr. Jeffrey Peterson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in McMinnville, Tennessee. Dr. Peterson has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#102 in Tennessee) and 15 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Peterson performs below average in knee (27 vs 45 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Peterson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and shoulder replacements (15 cases).
Dr. Peterson is the only orthopedic surgeon in McMinnville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Peterson extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 42 in the most recent data, a 223% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Peterson's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Peterson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
McMinnville, TN 37110
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Peterson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 223% from 13 procedures in 2014 to 42 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. Peterson
How does Dr. Peterson's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Peterson has performed 42 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. Peterson ranks #120 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Peterson perform?
Dr. Peterson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and shoulder replacement (15 cases).
Where is Dr. Peterson's practice located?
Dr. Peterson practices in McMinnville, Tennessee. The office is located at 3085 Sparta St, McMinnville, TN 37110. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Peterson for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Peterson 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. Peterson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Peterson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Peterson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2014 to 42 in the most recent data, a 223% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 42 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Peterson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Peterson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Peterson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas River Park Hospital, Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center, Parkridge Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Peterson practices?
Ascension Saint Thomas River Park Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Parkridge Medical Center (3 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.
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