Dr. Peter Jacobson, MD
Dr. Peter Jacobson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Dr. Jacobson has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#182 in Virginia) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 22 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Jacobson performs below average in knee (11 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Jacobson's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (11 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Virginia Beach is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Virginia Beach area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Jacobson's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 43 procedures in 2013 before settling at 22 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Jacobson's 11 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Jacobson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jacobson's recorded volume peaked at 43 procedures in 2013 and stood at 22 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Jacobson
How does Dr. Jacobson's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Jacobson has performed 22 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Jacobson ranks #180 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jacobson perform?
Dr. Jacobson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (11 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jacobson in Virginia Beach?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Jacobson 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. Jacobson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jacobson's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Jacobson's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 43 procedures in 2013 and was 22 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Jacobson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jacobson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (11 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jacobson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jacobson is affiliated with Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital.
How does Dr. Jacobson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia Beach, Dr. Jacobson ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Virginia Beach has 293 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jacobson practices?
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sentara Princess Anne Hospital (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 Virginia Beach, Virginia
Dr. Jacobson's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Virginia Beach average of 196. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Virginia Beach.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Dowd | 293 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Gondusky | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Byrd | 265 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Louis Jordan | 249 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Lambert | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jack Siegel | 117 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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