Dr. Kyle Achors, M.D.
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37909
Dr. Kyle Achors is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Achors has performed 23 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #31 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Achors performs below average in shoulder (23 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Achors's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 23 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Knoxville is home to 32 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Knoxville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Achors first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Achors's 23 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 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. Achors Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Achors
How does Dr. Achors's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Achors has performed 23 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. Achors ranks #171 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Achors perform?
Dr. Achors's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 23 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Achors in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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. Achors 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. Achors's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Achors affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Achors is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center, Claiborne Medical Center, Fort Loudon Medical Center.
How does Dr. Achors compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 32 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Achors ranks #29 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 386 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Achors practices?
Parkwest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Blount Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center (3 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 Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Achors's 23 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 172. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 386 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 183 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 141 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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