Dr. Lindsey Rolston, M.D.
Contact & Location
765-521-7385
New Castle, IN 47362
Dr. Rolston performs more knee replacement procedures than 96% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #7 of 188 ranked knee surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Rolston
Practice. Dr. Lindsey Rolston is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Castle, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 120 knee replacements and 38 hip replacements, 158 procedures in all. That is #7 in Indiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 75 procedures a year to 158, up 111%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 120 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. New Castle has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 57 |
| 2014 | 24 | 63 |
| 2015 | 17 | 93 |
| 2016 | 29 | 74 |
| 2017 | 33 | 106 |
| 2018 | 25 | 102 |
| 2019 | 23 | 111 |
| 2020 | 26 | 81 |
| 2021 | 25 | 101 |
| 2022 | 28 | 122 |
| 2023 | 28 | 129 |
| 2024 | 38 | 120 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Rolston Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rolston's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 111% from 75 procedures in 2013 to 158 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rolston
How does Dr. Rolston's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Rolston has performed 158 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rolston ranks #12 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rolston perform?
Dr. Rolston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (120 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Rolston with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Rolston ranks #7 in Indiana for knee replacement with 120 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 224 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rolston in New Castle?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in New Castle 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. Rolston represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Rolston's total volume across all insurers at roughly 540 to 670 procedures against the 158 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Rolston's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rolston's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 75 procedures in 2013 to 158 in the most recent data, a 111% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 158 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Rolston perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rolston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (120 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rolston affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rolston is affiliated with Henry County Memorial Hospital, Reid Health, Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Rush Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Rolston compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Castle?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in New Castle, Dr. Rolston ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Rolston has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rolston practices?
Henry County Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Reid Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital (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 New Castle, Indiana
Dr. Rolston's 158 Medicare procedures are above the New Castle average of 74. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Castle.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kyle Siewert | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Mathews | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clayton Strong | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Damion Harris | 27 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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