Dr. Jacob Daynes, D.O.
Contact & Location
Tooele, UT 84074
Dr. Jacob Daynes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tooele, Utah. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Daynes has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#66 in Utah) and 12 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 24 procedures.
In Utah, Dr. Daynes performs below average in knee (12 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Daynes's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (12 cases) and shoulder replacements (12 cases).
Tooele is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tooele area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Daynes extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 24 in the most recent data, a 50% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Daynes's 12 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. Daynes Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Daynes's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 50% from 16 procedures in 2018 to 24 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Daynes
How does Dr. Daynes's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Daynes has performed 24 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Utah average is 58 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Daynes ranks #65 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Daynes perform?
Dr. Daynes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Daynes in Tooele?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Tooele 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 Utah surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Daynes 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. Daynes's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 24 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Daynes's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Daynes's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2018 to 24 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 34 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Daynes perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Daynes's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (12 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Daynes affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Daynes is affiliated with Mountain West Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Daynes practices?
Mountain West Medical Center (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 Tooele, Utah
Dr. Daynes's 24 Medicare procedures are above the Tooele average of 18. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tooele.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Douglas | 11 | Knee |
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