Dr. Ronald Auer, M.D.
Dr. Ronald Auer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Auer has completed 54 knee replacements (#47 in Indiana), 34 hip replacements, and 14 shoulder replacements, totaling 102 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Auer performs above average in knee (54 vs 44 avg), near average in hip (34 vs 32 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Auer performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (54 cases), followed by hip replacements (34) and shoulder replacements (14).
Lawrenceburg is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lawrenceburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Auer also maintains hospital privileges in IN and KY, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Medicare records for Dr. Auer extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 102 in the most recent data, a 750% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Auer's 54 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. Auer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Auer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 750% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 102 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. Auer
How does Dr. Auer's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Auer has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Auer ranks #34 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Auer perform?
Dr. Auer performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (54 cases), hip replacement (34 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Auer in Lawrenceburg?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Lawrenceburg 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. Auer 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. Auer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 102 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Auer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Auer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2016 to 102 in the most recent data, a 750% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 102 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Auer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Auer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (54 cases), hip replacement (34 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Auer among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Auer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Auer is affiliated with St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital, St Elizabeth Medical Center North, Norton-King'S Daughters' Health. Dr. Auer maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Auer practices?
St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Elizabeth Medical Center North (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Norton-King'S Daughters' Health (2 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 Lawrenceburg, Indiana
Dr. Auer's 102 Medicare procedures are above the Lawrenceburg average of 74. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lawrenceburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Wissel | 46 | Knee, Shoulder |
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