Dr. Keith Nord, M.D.
Contact & Location
Jackson, TN 38305
Dr. Keith Nord is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Nord has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#102 in Tennessee) and 12 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Nord performs below average in knee (29 vs 46 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Nord's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and shoulder replacements (12 cases).
Jackson is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jackson area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Nord's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2023 before settling at 41 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Nord's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Nord Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nord's recorded volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2023 and stood at 41 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nord
How does Dr. Nord's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Nord has performed 41 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. Nord ranks #123 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nord perform?
Dr. Nord's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nord 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. Nord 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. Nord's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nord's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Nord's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2023 and was 41 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. Nord perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nord's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nord affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nord is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
How does Dr. Nord compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jackson?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson, Dr. Nord ranks #6 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. Nord practices?
Jackson-Madison County General Hospital (3 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 Jackson, Tennessee
Dr. Nord's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Jackson average of 55. 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. William Ragon | 38 | Knee |
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