Knee
Dr. Judson Wood, M.D.
Dr. Judson Wood is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Merrillville, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Wood has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #181 in Indiana.
In Indiana, Dr. Wood performs below average in knee (12 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Wood's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Merrillville is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Merrillville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Wood's Medicare data spans 8 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2016 before settling at 12 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Wood's 12 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Wood Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Merrillville, IN 46410
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wood's recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2016 and stood at 12 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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wood
How does Dr. Wood's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Wood has performed 12 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. Wood ranks #211 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wood perform?
Dr. Wood's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wood in Merrillville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Merrillville 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. Wood 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. Wood's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wood's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wood's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2016 and was 12 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wood affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wood is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals Inc.
How does Dr. Wood compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Merrillville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Merrillville, Dr. Wood ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Merrillville has 98 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wood practices?
Methodist Hospitals Inc (1 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 Merrillville, Indiana
Dr. Wood's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Merrillville average of 41. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Merrillville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Andrews | 98 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kenneth Ham | 30 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Pomponi | 22 | Knee |
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