Dr. Patrick Moody, MD
Dr. Patrick Moody is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Dr. Moody has performed 30 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#50 in Tennessee) and 19 knee replacements, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Moody performs near average in hip (30 vs 36 avg), below average in knee (19 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Moody's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (30 cases) and knee replacements (19 cases).
Oak Ridge is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oak Ridge area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Moody first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Moody's 30 verified procedures is near 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. Moody Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Moody
How does Dr. Moody's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Moody has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Moody ranks #103 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Moody perform?
Dr. Moody's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (30 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Moody in Oak Ridge?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Oak Ridge 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. Moody 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. Moody's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 49 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Moody perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Moody's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (30 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Moody affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Moody is affiliated with Methodist Medical Center Of Oak Ridge, Parkwest Medical Center, Cumberland Medical Center, Roane Medical Center, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Moody compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oak Ridge?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Oak Ridge, Dr. Moody ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Moody is among the highest-volume surgeons in Oak Ridge.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Moody practices?
Methodist Medical Center Of Oak Ridge (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Parkwest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cumberland Medical Center (4 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 Oak Ridge, Tennessee
Dr. Moody's 49 Medicare procedures are at the Oak Ridge average of 49. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oak Ridge.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael MacKay | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Randall Robbins | 43 | Knee |
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