Dr. Akbar Nawab is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Louisville, Kentucky. In 2023, Dr. Nawab performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #44 in Kentucky.
Dr. Nawab recorded 32 Medicare fee-for-service procedures in 2023. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Kentucky has 127 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Nawab's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 32 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
Louisville is home to 39 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Louisville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nawab
How does Dr. Nawab's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Nawab performed 32 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kentucky average is 62 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Nawab ranks #81 out of 127 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nawab perform?
Dr. Nawab's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 32 verified procedures in 2023. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nawab in Louisville?
Yes. There are 39 orthopedic surgeons in Louisville 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Nawab represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Nawab's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Louisville, Kentucky
Compare Dr. Nawab's volume with other surgeons practicing in Louisville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Yerasimides | 272 | Hip |
| Dr. Richard Sweet | 261 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Reid Brown | 248 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Greene | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Goodin | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Madhusudhan Yakkanti | 150 | Hip, Knee |
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