Dr. Jonathan Cornelius, M.D.
Contact & Location
615-547-6700
Lebanon, TN 37090
Nashville, TN 37211
Nashville, TN 37203
Dickson, TN 37055
Nashville, TN 37211
Dr. Cornelius performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #18 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Cornelius
Practice. Dr. Jonathan Cornelius is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lebanon, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 93 knee replacements, 47 hip replacements, and 19 shoulder replacements, 159 procedures in all. That is #18 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 159, up 835%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 93 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Lebanon has 3 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 | 28 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 30 | 0 |
| 2016 | 13 | 40 | 11 |
| 2017 | 19 | 63 | 0 |
| 2018 | 30 | 53 | 0 |
| 2019 | 39 | 72 | 0 |
| 2020 | 39 | 57 | 0 |
| 2021 | 50 | 92 | 0 |
| 2022 | 60 | 117 | 19 |
| 2023 | 36 | 119 | 20 |
| 2024 | 47 | 93 | 19 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Cornelius Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cornelius's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 835% from 17 procedures in 2013 to 159 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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cornelius
How does Dr. Cornelius's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Cornelius has performed 159 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cornelius ranks #14 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cornelius perform?
Dr. Cornelius performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (93 cases), hip replacement (47 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Cornelius with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Cornelius ranks #18 in Tennessee for knee replacement with 93 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 219 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cornelius in Lebanon?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Lebanon 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. Cornelius 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Cornelius's total volume across all insurers at roughly 530 to 660 procedures against the 159 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. Cornelius's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cornelius's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 159 in the most recent data, a 835% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 196 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Cornelius perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cornelius's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases), hip replacement (47 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Cornelius among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cornelius affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cornelius is affiliated with Tristar Summit Medical Center, Highpoint Health-Trousdale With Ascension Saint, Macon Community Hospital, Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital, Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Cornelius compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lebanon?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Lebanon, Dr. Cornelius ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cornelius has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cornelius practices?
Tristar Summit Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Macon Community Hospital (3 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 Lebanon, Tennessee
Dr. Cornelius's 159 Medicare procedures are above the Lebanon average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lebanon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Cook | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roy Terry | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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