Dr. Nathan Polley, MD
Contact & Location
812-801-0848
Madison, IN 47250
About Dr. Polley
Dr. Nathan Polley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Madison, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Polley performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#78 in Indiana) and 31 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 69 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Polley performs near the state average in knee (38 vs 41), near the state average in hip (31 vs 31).
Dr. Polley's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (38 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Dr. Polley is the only orthopedic surgeon in Madison represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Polley also maintains hospital privileges in IN and KY, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Dr. Polley's Medicare data spans 6 years, beginning in 2019. Volume peaked at 90 procedures in 2019 before settling at 69 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Polley's 38 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 17 | 60 | 13 |
| 2020 | 20 | 40 | 19 |
| 2021 | 19 | 44 | 14 |
| 2022 | 25 | 37 | 18 |
| 2023 | 25 | 50 | 14 |
| 2024 | 31 | 38 | 0 |
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. Polley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Polley's recorded volume peaked at 90 procedures in 2019 and stood at 69 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Polley
How does Dr. Polley's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Polley has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Polley ranks #67 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Polley perform?
Dr. Polley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Where is Dr. Polley's practice located?
Dr. Polley practices in Madison, Indiana. The office is located at 1373 E State Road 62 Ste 2a, Madison, IN 47250. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Polley for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Polley 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. Polley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 69 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Polley's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Polley's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 90 procedures in 2019 and was 69 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.
Does Dr. Polley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Polley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Polley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Polley is affiliated with Norton-King'S Daughters' Health, Carroll County Memorial Hospital, St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital, Norton Scott Hospital, Norton Hospital / Norton Healthcare Pavilion / Nor. Dr. Polley maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Polley practices?
Norton-King'S Daughters' Health (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital (5 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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