Dr. Chad Zehms, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Chad Zehms is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Savannah, Georgia. In 2023, Dr. Zehms performed 23 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#78 in Georgia) and 18 knee replacements (#145 in Georgia), for a combined total of 41 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement
23 verified cases
#78 in Georgia
Knee Replacement
18 verified cases
#145 in Georgia

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Zehms

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Recommended Script:

"Dr. Zehms, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 920-288-5555
210 E Derenne Ave
Savannah, GA 31405
NPI: 1770557571
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.