Dr. Jessie Dickens, M.D.
Contact & Location
432-686-0321
Midland, TX 79706
Dr. Dickens performs more knee replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #46 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Dickens
Practice. Dr. Jessie Dickens is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Midland, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 89 knee replacements, 33 hip replacements, and 17 shoulder replacements, 139 procedures in all. That is #46 in Texas for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 139, up 969%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 89 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Midland has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 29 | 43 | 0 |
| 2019 | 45 | 47 | 23 |
| 2020 | 36 | 53 | 0 |
| 2021 | 45 | 66 | 16 |
| 2022 | 38 | 71 | 23 |
| 2023 | 32 | 89 | 12 |
| 2024 | 33 | 89 | 17 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Dickens Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dickens's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 969% from 13 procedures in 2016 to 139 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 139 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dickens ranks #44 out of 582 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 (33 cases), shoulder replacement (17 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 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Dickens's total volume across all insurers at roughly 460 to 580 procedures against the 139 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Dickens's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dickens's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2016 to 139 in the most recent data, a 969% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 139 procedures in 2024.
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 (33 cases), shoulder replacement (17 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, Reeves Regional Health, Medical Center Hospital, Martin County Hospital District, Big Bend Regional Medical Center.
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); Medical Center Hospital (2 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 139 Medicare procedures are above the Midland average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Midland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Rowland | 87 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Liesman | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Burkes | 27 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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