Dr. David Foulk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. In 2023, Dr. Foulk performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#87 in Indiana) and 23 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
Dr. Foulk's 59 Medicare procedures are near the Indiana median of 46. The state has 222 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Foulk's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and shoulder replacements (23 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Foulk
How does Dr. Foulk's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Foulk performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Foulk ranks #92 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Foulk perform?
Dr. Foulk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and shoulder replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Foulk 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. Foulk represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Foulk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Indianapolis, Indiana
Compare Dr. Foulk's volume with other 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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