Dr. Nicholas Vance, M.D.
Contact & Location
731-661-9825
Jackson, TN 38305
Richmond, VA 23226
Jackson, TN 38301
Dr. Vance performs more knee replacement procedures than 28% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #125 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Vance
Practice. Dr. Nicholas Vance is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jackson, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 22 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 33 procedures in all. That is #125 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 33, up 200%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 22 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Jackson has 14 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 11 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 13 |
| 2024 | 11 | 22 |
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. Vance Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vance's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 200% from 11 procedures in 2019 to 33 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vance
How does Dr. Vance's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Vance has performed 33 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. Vance ranks #144 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vance perform?
Dr. Vance's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vance 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. Vance 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. Vance's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 140 procedures against the 33 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. Vance's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Vance's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2019 to 33 in the most recent data, a 200% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 33 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Vance perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Vance's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vance affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vance is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital, Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital - Carroll County.
How does Dr. Vance compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Jackson?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Jackson, Dr. Vance ranks #9 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. Vance practices?
West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars); 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. Vance's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Jackson average of 54. 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. Keith Nord | 41 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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