Dr. Anthony Feher, MD
Contact & Location
Carmel, IN 46032
Dr. Anthony Feher is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Carmel, Indiana. Dr. Feher has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#168 in Indiana) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Feher performs below average in knee (15 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Feher's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Carmel is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Carmel area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Feher's Medicare data spans 7 years, beginning in 2017. Volume peaked at 133 procedures in 2022 before settling at 26 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Feher's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Feher Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Feher's recorded volume peaked at 133 procedures in 2022 and stood at 26 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Feher
How does Dr. Feher's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Feher has performed 26 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. Feher ranks #166 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Feher perform?
Dr. Feher's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Feher in Carmel?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Carmel 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. Feher 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. Feher's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Feher's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Feher's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 133 procedures in 2022 and was 26 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Feher perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Feher's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Feher affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Feher is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent Fishers, Indiana University Health, Riverview Health, Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Feher compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Carmel?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Carmel, Dr. Feher ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Carmel has 241 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Feher practices?
Ascension St Vincent Fishers (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Indiana University Health (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Riverview Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Carmel, Indiana
Dr. Feher's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Carmel average of 125. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Carmel.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Hur | 241 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Maratt | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Condict | 163 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Philip Huang | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lucian Warth | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Malinzak | 78 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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