Dr. Cody Bearden, MD
Contact & Location
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Dr. Cody Bearden is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Dr. Bearden has performed 14 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#52 in Kentucky) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Bearden performs below average in hip (14 vs 35 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Bearden's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (14 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
Elizabethtown is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Elizabethtown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bearden first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Bearden's 14 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Bearden Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
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. Bearden
How does Dr. Bearden's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Bearden has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kentucky average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bearden ranks #87 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bearden perform?
Dr. Bearden's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bearden in Elizabethtown?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Elizabethtown 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. Bearden 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. Bearden's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Bearden perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bearden's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bearden affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bearden is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin.
How does Dr. Bearden compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Elizabethtown?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Elizabethtown, Dr. Bearden ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Elizabethtown has 114 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bearden practices?
Baptist Health Hardin (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 Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Dr. Bearden's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Elizabethtown average of 82. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Elizabethtown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Marcis Craig | 114 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Been | 111 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Blankenship | 77 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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