Dr. Jarrod Smith, M.D.
Contact & Location
304-525-6905
Huntington, WV 25702
Ashland, KY 41101
Dr. Smith performs more knee replacement procedures than 27% of orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #27 of 37 ranked knee surgeons in West Virginia.
About Dr. Smith
Practice. Dr. Jarrod Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Huntington, West Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 20 knee replacements. That is #27 in West Virginia for knee replacement. Dr. Smith also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Dr. Smith first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 20 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Huntington has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Smith also holds hospital privileges in WV and KY, a practice that extends beyond West Virginia.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 20 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. 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. Smith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
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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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Smith
How does Dr. Smith's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Smith has performed 20 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The West Virginia average is 52 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Smith ranks #33 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smith perform?
Dr. Smith's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smith in Huntington?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Huntington 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Smith 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, which puts Dr. Smith's total volume across all insurers at roughly 70 to 90 procedures against the 20 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smith is affiliated with St Mary'S Medical Center, King'S Daughters' Medical Center, Cabell Huntington Hospital, Inc. Dr. Smith maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Smith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Huntington?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Huntington, Dr. Smith ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Huntington has 105 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smith practices?
St Mary'S Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); King'S Daughters' Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cabell Huntington Hospital, Inc (2 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 Huntington, West Virginia
Dr. Smith's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Huntington average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Huntington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Bullock | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ali Oliashirazi | 94 | Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Caughran | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Lochow | 71 | Hip |
| Dr. Felix Cheung | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. John Jasko | 15 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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