Dr. Joseph Wade, M.D.
Contact & Location
931-381-2663
Columbia, TN 38401
Dr. Wade performs more knee replacement procedures than 79% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #36 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Wade
Practice. Dr. Joseph Wade is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 66 knee replacements and 57 hip replacements, 123 procedures in all. That is #36 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 195 in 2013 and stands at 123 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 66 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Columbia has 5 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 | 56 | 139 |
| 2014 | 52 | 107 |
| 2015 | 68 | 115 |
| 2016 | 61 | 103 |
| 2017 | 53 | 111 |
| 2018 | 49 | 88 |
| 2019 | 50 | 110 |
| 2020 | 44 | 69 |
| 2021 | 56 | 66 |
| 2022 | 44 | 79 |
| 2023 | 46 | 78 |
| 2024 | 57 | 66 |
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. Wade Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wade's recorded volume peaked at 195 procedures in 2013 and stood at 123 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wade
How does Dr. Wade's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Wade has performed 123 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wade ranks #27 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wade perform?
Dr. Wade's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (57 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wade in Columbia?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia 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. Wade 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. Wade's total volume across all insurers at roughly 410 to 510 procedures against the 123 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. Wade's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wade's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 195 procedures in 2013 and was 123 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Wade perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wade's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (57 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wade affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wade is affiliated with Maury Regional Hospital, Marshall Medical Center, Lincoln Medical Center, Ascension Saint Thomas Hickman, Wayne Medical Center.
How does Dr. Wade compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbia?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia, Dr. Wade ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wade has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wade practices?
Maury Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lincoln Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Columbia, Tennessee
Dr. Wade's 123 Medicare procedures are above the Columbia average of 86. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott McCall | 120 | Knee |
| Dr. William Shirley | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Adams | 56 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Loftis | 49 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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