Dr. Patrick Millikan, M.D.
Dr. Patrick Millikan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Millikan has performed 85 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in Indiana) and 37 hip replacements, for a combined total of 122 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Millikan performs above average in knee (85 vs 44 avg), near average in hip (37 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Millikan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (85 cases) and hip replacements (37 cases).
Indianapolis is home to 34 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Indianapolis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Millikan extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 43 to 122 in the most recent data, a 184% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Millikan's 85 verified procedures is above 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. Millikan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Indianapolis, IN 46278
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Millikan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 184% from 43 procedures in 2017 to 122 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. Millikan
How does Dr. Millikan's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Millikan has performed 122 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Millikan ranks #25 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Millikan perform?
Dr. Millikan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases) and hip replacement (37 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Millikan with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Millikan ranks #19 in Indiana for knee replacement with 85 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 222 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Millikan in Indianapolis?
Yes. There are 34 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis 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. Millikan 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. Millikan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 122 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Millikan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Millikan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 43 procedures in 2017 to 122 in the most recent data, a 184% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 122 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Millikan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Millikan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases), hip replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Millikan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Millikan is affiliated with Orthoindy Hospital, Ascension St Vincent Carmel.
How does Dr. Millikan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 34 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Millikan ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Indianapolis has 153 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Millikan practices?
Orthoindy Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension St Vincent Carmel (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Millikan's 122 Medicare procedures are below the Indianapolis average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Indianapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Vestermark | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Carter | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Williams | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sakkapol Ongwijitwat | 111 | Hip, Knee |
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