Dr. Owen Tabor, M.D.
Dr. Owen Tabor is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Tabor has performed 74 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#10 in Tennessee) and 60 knee replacements, for a combined total of 134 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Tabor performs well above average in hip (74 vs 36 avg), above average in knee (60 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Tabor's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (74 cases) and knee replacements (60 cases).
Memphis is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Memphis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Tabor extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 47 to 134 in the most recent data, a 185% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tabor's 74 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
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. Tabor Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Memphis, TN 38119
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tabor's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 185% from 47 procedures in 2013 to 134 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. Tabor
How does Dr. Tabor's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Tabor has performed 134 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tabor ranks #26 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tabor perform?
Dr. Tabor's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (74 cases) and knee replacement (60 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Tabor with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Tabor ranks #10 in Tennessee for hip replacement with 74 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 214 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tabor in Memphis?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Memphis 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. Tabor 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. Tabor's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 134 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tabor's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tabor's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 47 procedures in 2013 to 134 in the most recent data, a 185% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 134 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Tabor perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tabor's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (74 cases), knee replacement (60 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tabor affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tabor is affiliated with St Francis Hospital, Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center.
How does Dr. Tabor compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Memphis?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Memphis, Dr. Tabor ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tabor is among the highest-volume surgeons in Memphis.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tabor practices?
St Francis Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Saint Francis Bartlett 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 Memphis, Tennessee
Dr. Tabor's 134 Medicare procedures are above the Memphis average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Memphis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Wodowski | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Weiss | 70 | Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Giel | 61 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Neel | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Cleveland | 32 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jay Saenz | 13 | Knee |
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