Dr. Joshua Carter, MD
Contact & Location
Indianapolis, IN 46241
Dr. Joshua Carter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Carter has performed 88 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#2 in Indiana) and 58 knee replacements, for a combined total of 146 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Carter performs well above average in hip (88 vs 31 avg), above average in knee (58 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Carter's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (88 cases) and knee replacements (58 cases).
Indianapolis is home to 30 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Carter extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 39 to 146 in the most recent data, a 274% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Carter's 88 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
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. Carter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carter's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 274% from 39 procedures in 2014 to 146 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. Carter
How does Dr. Carter's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Carter has performed 146 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Carter ranks #14 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carter perform?
Dr. Carter's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (88 cases) and knee replacement (58 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Carter with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Carter ranks #2 in Indiana for hip replacement with 88 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 224 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carter in Indianapolis?
Yes. There are 30 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. Carter 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. Carter's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 146 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Carter's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Carter's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 39 procedures in 2014 to 146 in the most recent data, a 274% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 183 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Carter perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carter's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (88 cases), knee replacement (58 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Franciscan Health Mooresville.
How does Dr. Carter compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Carter ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Carter is among the highest-volume surgeons in Indianapolis.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carter practices?
Franciscan Health Mooresville (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Carter's 146 Medicare procedures are above the Indianapolis average of 125. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Indianapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. George Vestermark | 162 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gerow | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Millikan | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Lackey | 103 | Hip, Knee |
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