Dr. Andrew Saltzman, M.D.
Contact & Location
812-477-1558
Evansville, IN 47715
Dr. Saltzman performs more knee replacement procedures than 69% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #58 of 188 ranked knee surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Saltzman
Practice. Dr. Andrew Saltzman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Evansville, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 45 knee replacements. That is #58 in Indiana for knee replacement. Dr. Saltzman also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 32 procedures a year to 45, up 41%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 45 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Evansville has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 35 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 45 |
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. Saltzman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Saltzman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 41% from 32 procedures in 2013 to 45 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Saltzman
How does Dr. Saltzman's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Saltzman has performed 45 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. Saltzman ranks #127 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Saltzman perform?
Dr. Saltzman's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 45 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Saltzman in Evansville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Evansville 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. Saltzman 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. Saltzman's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 45 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. Saltzman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Saltzman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2013 to 45 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 45 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Saltzman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Saltzman is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent Evansville.
How does Dr. Saltzman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Evansville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Evansville, Dr. Saltzman ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Evansville has 199 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Saltzman practices?
Ascension St Vincent Evansville (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 Evansville, Indiana
Dr. Saltzman's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Evansville average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Evansville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Boyd | 199 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Knoll | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Perry | 71 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeana Lee | 65 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Hamby | 32 | Knee |
| Dr. James Heinrich | 26 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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