Dr. Kevin Julian, M.D.
Dr. Kevin Julian is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Julian has completed 41 knee replacements (#83 in Indiana), 27 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 79 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Julian performs near average in knee (41 vs 44 avg), near average in hip (27 vs 32 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Julian performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (41 cases), followed by hip replacements (27) and shoulder replacements (11).
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Julian extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 51 to 79 in the most recent data, a 55% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Julian's 41 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Julian Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Indianapolis, IN 46227
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Julian's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 55% from 51 procedures in 2013 to 79 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. Julian
How does Dr. Julian's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Julian has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Julian ranks #59 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Julian perform?
Dr. Julian performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (27 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Julian 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. Julian 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. Julian's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 79 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Julian's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Julian's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 51 procedures in 2013 to 79 in the most recent data, a 55% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 79 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Julian perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Julian's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (27 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Julian among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Julian affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Julian is affiliated with Community Hospital South.
How does Dr. Julian compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Julian ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Indianapolis has 153 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Julian practices?
Community Hospital South (3 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. Julian's 79 Medicare procedures are below the Indianapolis average of 130. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic 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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