Dr. Ryan Dabbs, MD
Dr. Ryan Dabbs is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Dabbs has performed 39 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#37 in Tennessee) and 35 knee replacements, for a combined total of 74 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Dabbs performs near average in hip (39 vs 36 avg), below average in knee (35 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Dabbs's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (39 cases) and knee replacements (35 cases).
Knoxville is home to 30 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Dabbs extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 29 to 74 in the most recent data, a 155% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dabbs's 39 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. Dabbs Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37923
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dabbs's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 155% from 29 procedures in 2017 to 74 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. Dabbs
How does Dr. Dabbs's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Dabbs has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dabbs ranks #61 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dabbs perform?
Dr. Dabbs's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (39 cases) and knee replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dabbs in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 30 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. Dabbs 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. Dabbs's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 74 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dabbs's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dabbs's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2017 to 74 in the most recent data, a 155% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 74 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dabbs perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dabbs's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (39 cases), knee replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dabbs affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dabbs is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, University Of Tn Medical Center (The), Leconte Medical Center, Fort Loudon Medical Center.
How does Dr. Dabbs compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Dabbs ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Knoxville has 341 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dabbs 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); University Of Tn Medical Center (The) (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 Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Dabbs's 74 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 184. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic 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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