Dr. Andrew Carlone, MD
Dr. Andrew Carlone is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Carlone has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#148 in Indiana) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Carlone performs below average in knee (19 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Carlone's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (19 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Indianapolis is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Indianapolis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Carlone also maintains hospital privileges in TN and GA, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Dr. Carlone first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Carlone's 19 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Carlone Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Carlone
How does Dr. Carlone's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Carlone has performed 37 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Carlone ranks #136 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carlone perform?
Dr. Carlone's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carlone in Indianapolis?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Carlone 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. Carlone's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Carlone perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carlone's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carlone affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carlone is affiliated with Memorial Healthcare System, Inc, Parkridge Medical Center, Bradley Medical Center, Hamilton Medical Center. Dr. Carlone maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Carlone compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Carlone ranks #22 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Indianapolis has 153 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carlone practices?
Memorial Healthcare System, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Parkridge Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bradley Medical Center (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 Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Carlone's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Indianapolis average of 124. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Indianapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Vestermark | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Carter | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Williams | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Millikan | 122 | Hip, Knee |
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