Dr. Rickey Parsons is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. In 2023, Dr. Parsons performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #111 in Tennessee.
Dr. Parsons recorded 22 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Tennessee has 203 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Parsons's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 22 verified procedures in 2023. 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 24 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Parsons
How does Dr. Parsons's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Parsons performed 22 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. Parsons ranks #156 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Parsons perform?
Dr. Parsons's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 22 verified procedures in 2023. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Parsons in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 24 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. Parsons represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Parsons's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Knoxville, Tennessee
Compare Dr. Parsons's volume with other surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 155 | Hip, Knee |
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