Dr. Jessie Dickens, MD
Dr. Jessie Dickens is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Midland, Texas. Dr. Dickens has completed 89 knee replacements (#46 in Texas), 32 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 133 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Dickens performs well above average in knee (89 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (32 vs 30 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Dickens performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (89 cases), followed by hip replacements (32) and shoulder replacements (12).
Midland is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Midland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dickens extend back to 2016, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 133 in the most recent data, a 923% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dickens's 89 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Dickens Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Midland, TX 79706
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dickens's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 923% from 13 procedures in 2016 to 133 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. Dickens
How does Dr. Dickens's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Dickens has performed 133 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dickens ranks #47 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dickens perform?
Dr. Dickens performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (89 cases), hip replacement (32 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dickens in Midland?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Midland 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dickens 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. Dickens's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 133 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dickens's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dickens's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2016 to 133 in the most recent data, a 923% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 133 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dickens perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dickens's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (89 cases), hip replacement (32 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Dickens among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dickens affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dickens is affiliated with Midland Memorial Hospital, Martin County Hospital District, Reeves Regional Health, Big Bend Regional Medical Center, Medical Center Hospital.
How does Dr. Dickens compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Midland?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Midland, Dr. Dickens ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dickens has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dickens practices?
Midland Memorial Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Midland, Texas
Dr. Dickens's 133 Medicare procedures are above the Midland average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Midland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Rowland | 79 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Liesman | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Burkes | 14 | Knee |
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