Dr. Peter Seymour, PETER SEYMOUR D.O.
Contact & Location
Lafayette, IN 47904
Dr. Peter Seymour is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lafayette, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Seymour has completed 19 knee replacements (#155 in Indiana), 15 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, totaling 47 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Seymour performs below average in knee (19 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 31 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Seymour performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (19 cases), followed by hip replacements (15) and shoulder replacements (13).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Seymour holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Lafayette is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lafayette area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Seymour extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 47 in the most recent data, a 327% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Seymour's 19 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Seymour Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Seymour's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 327% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 47 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. Seymour
How does Dr. Seymour's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Seymour has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Seymour ranks #123 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Seymour perform?
Dr. Seymour performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Seymour in Lafayette?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette 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. Seymour 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. Seymour's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Seymour's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Seymour's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 47 in the most recent data, a 327% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 66 procedures in 2015.
Does Dr. Seymour perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Seymour's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (15 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Seymour among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Seymour affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Seymour is affiliated with Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital, Indiana University Health White Memorial Hospital, Indiana University Health Frankfort Inc.
How does Dr. Seymour compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette, Dr. Seymour ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lafayette has 192 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Seymour practices?
Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Indiana University Health White Memorial Hospital (5 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 Lafayette, Indiana
Dr. Seymour's 47 Medicare procedures are below the Lafayette average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lafayette.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Daluga | 192 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joel Virkler | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Highhouse | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Page | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Hubbard | 31 | Knee |
| Dr. Paul Rodenhouse | 24 | Knee, Shoulder |
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