Dr. Kevin Lemme, MD
Contact & Location
Shelbyville, IN 46176
Dr. Kevin Lemme is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shelbyville, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Lemme has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#106 in Indiana) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Lemme performs below average in knee (30 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Lemme's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (30 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
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 record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 12 to 47 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Lemme's 30 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Lemme Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lemme's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 47 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lemme
How does Dr. Lemme's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Lemme has performed 47 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 #122 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lemme perform?
Dr. Lemme's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
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 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lemme's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Lemme's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 47 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Lemme perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lemme's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
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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