Knee
Dr. Kevin Lemme, MD
Dr. Kevin Lemme is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shelbyville, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Lemme has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #144 in Indiana.
In Indiana, Dr. Lemme performs below average in knee (21 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Lemme's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 21 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.
Dr. Lemme is the only orthopedic surgeon in Shelbyville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Lemme's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 46 procedures in 2013 before settling at 21 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Lemme's 21 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. Lemme Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Shelbyville, IN 46176
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lemme's recorded volume peaked at 46 procedures in 2013 and stood at 21 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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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
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lemme
How does Dr. Lemme's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Lemme has performed 21 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. Lemme ranks #170 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lemme perform?
Dr. Lemme's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Lemme's practice located?
Dr. Lemme practices in Shelbyville, Indiana. The office is located at 30 W Rampart St, Shelbyville, IN 46176. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Lemme for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lemme 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. Lemme's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 21 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lemme's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Lemme's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 46 procedures in 2013 and was 21 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. Lemme affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lemme is affiliated with Major Hospital, Decatur County Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lemme practices?
Major Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Decatur County Memorial 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.
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