Dr. Lindsey Rolston, M.D
Dr. Lindsey Rolston is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Castle, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Rolston has performed 129 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#4 in Indiana) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 157 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Rolston performs well above average in knee (129 vs 44 avg), near average in hip (28 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Rolston's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 82% of reported Medicare volume.
New Castle is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New Castle area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Rolston extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 75 to 157 in the most recent data, a 109% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Rolston's 129 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Rolston Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
New Castle, IN 47362
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rolston's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 109% from 75 procedures in 2013 to 157 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. Rolston
How does Dr. Rolston's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Rolston has performed 157 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rolston ranks #9 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rolston perform?
Dr. Rolston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Rolston with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Rolston ranks #4 in Indiana for knee replacement with 129 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 222 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 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. Rolston's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 157 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Rolston's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rolston's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 75 procedures in 2013 to 157 in the most recent data, a 109% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 157 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Rolston perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rolston's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases), hip replacement (28 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.
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 157 Medicare procedures are above the New Castle average of 72. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Castle.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kyle Siewert | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Mathews | 42 | Knee |
| Dr. Clayton Strong | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Damion Harris | 24 | Shoulder |
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