Dr. Carlos Belmar, M.D.
Contact & Location
Terre Haute, IN 47804
Dr. Carlos Belmar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Terre Haute, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Belmar has performed 76 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in Indiana) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 97 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Belmar performs above average in knee (76 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Belmar's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
Terre Haute is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Terre Haute area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Belmar also maintains hospital privileges in IN and IL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Medicare records for Dr. Belmar extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 83 to 97 in the most recent data, a 17% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Belmar's 76 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Belmar Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Belmar's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 17% from 83 procedures in 2013 to 97 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. Belmar
How does Dr. Belmar's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Belmar has performed 97 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Belmar ranks #35 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Belmar perform?
Dr. Belmar's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Belmar with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Belmar ranks #18 in Indiana for knee replacement with 76 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 224 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Belmar in Terre Haute?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Terre Haute 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. Belmar 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. Belmar's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 97 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Belmar's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Belmar's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 83 procedures in 2013 to 97 in the most recent data, a 17% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 117 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Belmar perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Belmar's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Belmar affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Belmar is affiliated with Union Hospital Inc, Union Hospital Clinton, Ascension St Vincent Clay, Crawford Memorial Hospital. Dr. Belmar maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Belmar compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Terre Haute?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Terre Haute, Dr. Belmar ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Belmar is among the highest-volume surgeons in Terre Haute.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Belmar practices?
Union Hospital Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Union Hospital Clinton (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Terre Haute, Indiana
Dr. Belmar's 97 Medicare procedures are above the Terre Haute average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Terre Haute.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Fern | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sameer Bavishi | 37 | Shoulder |
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