Dr. Jordan Simpson, M.D.
Contact & Location
806-792-4329
Lubbock, TX 79410
Dr. Simpson performs more knee replacement procedures than 98% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #6 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Simpson
Dr. Jordan Simpson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lubbock, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Simpson completed 157 knee replacements (#6 in Texas), 66 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 235 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Simpson performs well above the state average in knee (157 vs 42), well above the state average in hip (66 vs 31), below the state average in shoulder (12 vs 27).
Dr. Simpson performs all three major joint replacement procedures (hip, knee, and shoulder), indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (157 cases), followed by hip replacements (66) and shoulder replacements (12).
Lubbock is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lubbock area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Simpson extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 235 in the most recent data, a 1206% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Simpson's 157 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #149 nationally.
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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 30 | 0 |
| 2019 | 18 | 29 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 42 | 0 |
| 2022 | 32 | 70 | 14 |
| 2023 | 58 | 86 | 12 |
| 2024 | 66 | 157 | 12 |
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. Simpson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Simpson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 1206% from 18 procedures in 2017 to 235 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Simpson
How does Dr. Simpson's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Simpson has performed 235 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Simpson ranks #9 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Simpson perform?
Dr. Simpson performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (157 cases), hip replacement (66 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Simpson with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Simpson ranks #6 in Texas for knee replacement with 157 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 582 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Simpson in Lubbock?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock 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. Simpson 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. Simpson's total volume across all insurers at roughly 790 to 990 procedures against the 235 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. Simpson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Simpson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2017 to 235 in the most recent data, a 1206% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 235 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Simpson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Simpson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (157 cases), hip replacement (66 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Simpson among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Simpson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Simpson is affiliated with Grace Surgical Hospital, Lubbock Heart Hospital Lp, Covenant Medical Center, Covenant Childrens Hospital, University Medical Center.
How does Dr. Simpson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lubbock, Dr. Simpson ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Simpson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lubbock.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Simpson practices?
Grace Surgical Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lubbock Heart Hospital Lp (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Covenant Medical Center (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 Lubbock, Texas
Dr. Simpson's 235 Medicare procedures are above the Lubbock average of 119. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lubbock.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Shephard | 282 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Blue | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dylan Homen | 78 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Karl Pankratz | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Brindley | 40 | Knee |
| Dr. Jason Ramsey | 40 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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