Dr. Joseph Niland
Contact & Location
Nashville, TN 37203
Dr. Joseph Niland is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Nashville, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Niland has performed 52 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#54 in Tennessee) and 23 hip replacements, for a combined total of 75 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Niland performs near average in knee (52 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (23 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Niland's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (52 cases) and hip replacements (23 cases).
Nashville is home to 37 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Nashville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Niland also maintains hospital privileges in TN and MO, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Dr. Niland first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Niland's 52 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Niland Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Niland has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Niland
How does Dr. Niland's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Niland has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Niland ranks #73 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Niland perform?
Dr. Niland's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases) and hip replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Niland in Nashville?
Yes. There are 37 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville 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. Niland 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. Niland's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Niland perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Niland's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (52 cases), hip replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Niland affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Niland is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Ssm Health St. Mary'S Hospital - Jefferson City, Tristar Horizon Medical Center, Boone Hospital Center. Dr. Niland maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Niland compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Nashville?
Among the 37 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville, Dr. Niland ranks #18 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Nashville has 265 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Niland practices?
Tristar Centennial Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ssm Health St. Mary'S Hospital - Jefferson City (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tristar Horizon Medical Center (4 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 Nashville, Tennessee
Dr. Niland's 75 Medicare procedures are below the Nashville average of 147. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Nashville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Deboer | 265 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Hodrick | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Raab | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jefferson Morrison | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Mayes | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Carpenter | 120 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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