Dr. Paul Perry, M.D.
Contact & Location
Evansville, IN 47715
Dr. Paul Perry is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Evansville, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Perry has performed 71 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #2 in Indiana.
In Indiana, Dr. Perry performs well above average in shoulder (71 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Perry's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 71 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Evansville is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Evansville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Perry also maintains hospital privileges in IN and IL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Medicare records for Dr. Perry extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 36 to 71 in the most recent data, a 97% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Perry's 71 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 29, ranking #113 nationally.
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. Perry Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Perry's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 97% from 36 procedures in 2013 to 71 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Perry
How does Dr. Perry's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Perry has performed 71 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Perry ranks #64 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Perry perform?
Dr. Perry's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 71 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Perry with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Perry ranks #2 in Indiana for shoulder replacement with 71 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 224 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Perry in Evansville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Evansville 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. Perry 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. Perry's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 71 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Perry's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Perry's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2013 to 71 in the most recent data, a 97% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 83 procedures in 2020.
Which hospitals is Dr. Perry affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Perry is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent Evansville, Daviess Community Hospital, Deaconess Hospital Inc, Wabash General Hospital 1, Good Samaritan Hospital. Dr. Perry maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Perry compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Evansville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Evansville, Dr. Perry ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Perry is among the highest-volume surgeons in Evansville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Perry practices?
Ascension St Vincent Evansville (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Daviess Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Deaconess Hospital Inc (2 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 Evansville, Indiana
Dr. Perry's 71 Medicare procedures are below the Evansville average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Evansville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Boyd | 199 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Knoll | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeana Lee | 65 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Saltzman | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Hamby | 32 | Knee |
| Dr. James Heinrich | 26 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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