Dr. Chetan Deshpande, MD
Dr. Chetan Deshpande is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Savannah, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Deshpande has performed 60 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#13 in Georgia) and 16 knee replacements, for a combined total of 76 procedures.
In Georgia, Dr. Deshpande performs above average in hip (60 vs 33 avg), below average in knee (16 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Deshpande's practice is heavily focused on hip replacement surgery, which accounts for 79% of reported Medicare volume.
Savannah is home to 20 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Savannah area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Deshpande extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 76 in the most recent data, a 262% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Deshpande's 60 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Deshpande Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Savannah, GA 31405
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Deshpande's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 262% from 21 procedures in 2017 to 76 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. Deshpande
How does Dr. Deshpande's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Deshpande has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Deshpande ranks #57 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Deshpande perform?
Dr. Deshpande's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (60 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Deshpande with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Deshpande ranks #13 in Georgia for hip replacement with 60 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 255 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Deshpande in Savannah?
Yes. There are 20 orthopedic surgeons in Savannah 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Deshpande 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. Deshpande's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 76 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Deshpande's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Deshpande's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2017 to 76 in the most recent data, a 262% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 76 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Deshpande perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Deshpande's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (60 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Deshpande affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Deshpande is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center, St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah, Evans Memorial Hospital, Effingham Health System.
How does Dr. Deshpande compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Savannah?
Among the 20 orthopedic surgeons in Savannah, Dr. Deshpande ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Savannah has 255 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Deshpande practices?
Memorial Health University Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S Hospital - Savannah (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 Savannah, Georgia
Dr. Deshpande's 76 Medicare procedures are below the Savannah average of 131. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Savannah.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Hope | 255 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kent Woo | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Jackson | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Christy | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Hoffman | 90 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Wolverton | 64 | Hip, Knee |
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