Dr. Wesley Mayes, MD
Contact & Location
Nashville, TN 37232
Dr. Wesley Mayes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Nashville, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Mayes has performed 70 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in Tennessee) and 55 hip replacements, for a combined total of 125 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Mayes performs above average in knee (70 vs 46 avg), above average in hip (55 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Mayes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (70 cases) and hip replacements (55 cases).
Nashville is home to 37 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Nashville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mayes extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 125 in the most recent data, a 594% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mayes's 70 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Mayes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mayes's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 594% from 18 procedures in 2020 to 125 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. Mayes
How does Dr. Mayes's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Mayes has performed 125 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mayes ranks #25 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mayes perform?
Dr. Mayes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases) and hip replacement (55 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mayes in Nashville?
Yes. There are 37 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville 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. Mayes 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. Mayes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 125 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mayes's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mayes's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2020 to 125 in the most recent data, a 594% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 125 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Mayes perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mayes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (70 cases), hip replacement (55 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mayes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mayes is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
How does Dr. Mayes compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Nashville?
Among the 37 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville, Dr. Mayes ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Nashville has 265 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mayes practices?
Vanderbilt University 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 Nashville, Tennessee
Dr. Mayes's 125 Medicare procedures are below the Nashville average of 152. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Nashville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Deboer | 265 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Hodrick | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Raab | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jefferson Morrison | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Carpenter | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Langan | 115 | Hip, Knee |
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