Dr. Tiffany Feltman Meals, D.O.
Contact & Location
Hermitage, TN 37076
Dr. Tiffany Feltman Meals is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hermitage, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Feltman Meals has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#141 in Tennessee) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Feltman Meals performs below average in knee (18 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Feltman Meals's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Hermitage is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hermitage area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Feltman Meals extend back to 2021, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 31 in the most recent data, a 138% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Feltman Meals's 18 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Feltman Meals Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Feltman Meals's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 138% from 13 procedures in 2021 to 31 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. Feltman Meals
How does Dr. Feltman Meals's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Feltman Meals has performed 31 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. Feltman Meals ranks #146 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Feltman Meals perform?
Dr. Feltman Meals's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Feltman Meals in Hermitage?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Hermitage 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. Feltman Meals 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. Feltman Meals's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Feltman Meals's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Feltman Meals's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2021 to 31 in the most recent data, a 138% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 31 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Feltman Meals perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Feltman Meals's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Feltman Meals affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Feltman Meals is affiliated with Tristar Summit Medical Center, Tristar Skyline Medical Center.
How does Dr. Feltman Meals compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hermitage?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Hermitage, Dr. Feltman Meals ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Feltman Meals is among the highest-volume surgeons in Hermitage.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Feltman Meals practices?
Tristar Summit Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tristar Skyline Medical Center (2 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 Hermitage, Tennessee
Dr. Feltman Meals's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Hermitage average of 51. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hermitage.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lee Swiderek | 106 | Knee |
| Dr. Sean Kaminsky | 16 | Shoulder |
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