Dr. Benjamin Hicks, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Benjamin Hicks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In 2023, Dr. Hicks performed 44 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#24 in Indiana) and 30 knee replacements (#108 in Indiana), for a combined total of 74 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
44 verified cases
#24 in Indiana
Knee Replacement
30 verified cases
#108 in Indiana

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Hicks

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (74 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Hicks, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 260-436-8686
7601 W Jefferson Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
NPI: 1780687707
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
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.