Dr. John Haltom, M.D.
Contact & Location
731-661-9825
Jackson, TN 38305
Dr. Haltom performs more knee replacement procedures than 33% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #117 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Haltom
Practice. Dr. John Haltom is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 24 knee replacements. That is #117 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 24, up 85%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 13 |
| 2016 | 0 | 13 |
| 2017 | 0 | 14 |
| 2018 | 0 | 18 |
| 2019 | 17 | 12 |
| 2020 | 11 | 16 |
| 2021 | 0 | 19 |
| 2022 | 12 | 27 |
| 2023 | 0 | 38 |
| 2024 | 0 | 24 |
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. 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. Haltom Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Haltom's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 85% from 13 procedures in 2015 to 24 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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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Haltom
How does Dr. Haltom's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Haltom has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Haltom ranks #167 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Haltom perform?
Dr. Haltom's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Haltom 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. Haltom 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, which puts Dr. Haltom's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 100 procedures against the 24 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. Haltom's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Haltom's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2015 to 24 in the most recent data, a 85% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Haltom affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Haltom is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital, Lauderdale Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Haltom compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jackson?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson, Dr. Haltom ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Jackson has 78 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Haltom practices?
Jackson-Madison County General Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); 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. Haltom's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Jackson average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jackson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Sickle | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| 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 |
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