Dr. Keith Nord, M.D.
Dr. Keith Nord is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Tennessee. Dr. Nord has completed 39 knee replacements (#69 in Tennessee), 17 hip replacements, and 17 shoulder replacements, totaling 73 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Nord performs near average in knee (39 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 36 avg), below average in shoulder (17 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Nord performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (39 cases), followed by hip replacements (17) and shoulder replacements (17).
Jackson is home to 13 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Nord extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 53 to 73 in the most recent data, a 38% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Nord's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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.
Contact & Location
Jackson, TN 38305
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nord's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 38% from 53 procedures in 2013 to 73 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.
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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 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nord ranks #62 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nord perform?
Dr. Nord performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (17 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nord in Jackson?
Yes. There are 13 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 73 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nord's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Nord's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 53 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 73 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Nord perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nord's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (17 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Nord among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
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 13 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson, Dr. Nord ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Nord is among the highest-volume surgeons in Jackson.
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 73 Medicare procedures are above the Jackson average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jackson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kelly Pucek | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Hutchison | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. L Johnson | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Sickle | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Smith | 40 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Haltom | 38 | Knee |
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