Dr. Savyasachi Thakkar, M.D.
Contact & Location
202-877-6000
Washington, DC 20010
Washington, DC 20007
Washington, DC 20036
Brandywine, MD 20613
Baltimore, MD 21287
About Dr. Thakkar
Dr. Savyasachi Thakkar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Washington, District of Columbia. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Thakkar performed 67 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#1 in District of Columbia) and 59 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 126 procedures.
In District of Columbia, Dr. Thakkar performs well above the state average in knee (67 vs 33), above the state average in hip (59 vs 38).
Dr. Thakkar's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (67 cases) and hip replacements (59 cases).
Washington is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Washington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Thakkar also maintains hospital privileges in MD and DE, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond District of Columbia.
Medicare records for Dr. Thakkar extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 49 to 126 in the most recent data, a 157% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Thakkar's 67 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 16 | 33 |
| 2018 | 30 | 36 |
| 2019 | 17 | 24 |
| 2020 | 16 | 12 |
| 2021 | 54 | 48 |
| 2022 | 45 | 80 |
| 2023 | 62 | 87 |
| 2024 | 59 | 67 |
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. 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. Thakkar Compares
Procedure volume compared to the District of Columbia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Thakkar's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 157% from 49 procedures in 2017 to 126 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thakkar
How does Dr. Thakkar's procedure volume compare to other District of Columbia surgeons?
Dr. Thakkar has performed 126 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the District of Columbia average of 58 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Thakkar ranks #1 out of 16 orthopedic surgeons in District of Columbia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thakkar perform?
Dr. Thakkar's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases) and hip replacement (59 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Thakkar with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Thakkar ranks #1 in District of Columbia for knee replacement with 67 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 16 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thakkar in Washington?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Washington 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 District of Columbia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thakkar 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, which puts Dr. Thakkar's total volume across all insurers at roughly 420 to 530 procedures against the 126 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. Thakkar's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Thakkar's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 49 procedures in 2017 to 126 in the most recent data, a 157% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 149 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Thakkar perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Thakkar's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (67 cases), hip replacement (59 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thakkar affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Thakkar is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital, The, Beebe Medical Center. Dr. Thakkar maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Thakkar compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Washington?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Washington, Dr. Thakkar ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Thakkar has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Thakkar practices?
Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Johns Hopkins Hospital, The (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Beebe Medical Center (3 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 Washington, District of Columbia
Dr. Thakkar's 126 Medicare procedures are above the Washington average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Washington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Unger | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Vaz | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Harb | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Afamefuna Nduaguba | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ahamefula Onyike | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Park | 64 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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