Dr. Gregory Whitsett, M.D.
Contact & Location
812-882-6972
Vincennes, IN 47591
Dr. Whitsett performs more knee replacement procedures than 11% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #166 of 188 ranked knee surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Whitsett
Practice. Dr. Gregory Whitsett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vincennes, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 15 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 28 procedures in all. That is #166 in Indiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 60 in 2014 and stands at 28 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 15 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Vincennes has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Whitsett also holds hospital privileges in IN and IL, a practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 11 | 16 | 0 |
| 2014 | 23 | 37 | 0 |
| 2015 | 22 | 23 | 0 |
| 2016 | 21 | 32 | 0 |
| 2017 | 28 | 30 | 0 |
| 2018 | 11 | 26 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 29 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 27 | 13 |
| 2023 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| 2024 | 13 | 15 | 0 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Whitsett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Whitsett's recorded volume peaked at 60 procedures in 2014 and stood at 28 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Whitsett
How does Dr. Whitsett's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Whitsett has performed 28 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. Whitsett ranks #161 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Whitsett perform?
Dr. Whitsett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Whitsett in Vincennes?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Vincennes 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. Whitsett 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Whitsett's total volume across all insurers at roughly 90 to 120 procedures against the 28 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. Whitsett's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Whitsett's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 60 procedures in 2014 and was 28 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. Whitsett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Whitsett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Whitsett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Whitsett is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital, Crawford Memorial Hospital, Daviess Community Hospital, Lawrence County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Whitsett maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Whitsett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Vincennes?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Vincennes, Dr. Whitsett ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Whitsett is among the highest-volume surgeons in Vincennes.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Whitsett practices?
Good Samaritan Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Crawford Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Daviess Community Hospital (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 Vincennes, Indiana
Dr. Whitsett's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Vincennes average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Vincennes.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Miller | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Molly Weiss | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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