Dr. Frederick Deweese, M.D.
Contact & Location
Paducah, KY 42001
Dr. Frederick Deweese is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Paducah, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Deweese has completed 60 hip replacements (#10 in Kentucky), 59 knee replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, totaling 132 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Deweese performs above average in hip (60 vs 35 avg), above average in knee (59 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Deweese performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (60 cases), followed by knee replacements (59) and shoulder replacements (13).
Paducah is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Paducah area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Deweese also maintains hospital privileges in KY and IL, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Kentucky.
Dr. Deweese's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 180 procedures in 2019 before settling at 132 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Deweese's 60 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Deweese Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Deweese's recorded volume peaked at 180 procedures in 2019 and stood at 132 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Deweese
How does Dr. Deweese's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Deweese has performed 132 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Deweese ranks #13 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Deweese perform?
Dr. Deweese performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (60 cases), knee replacement (59 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Deweese with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Deweese ranks #10 in Kentucky for hip replacement with 60 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Deweese in Paducah?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Paducah 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. Deweese 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. Deweese's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 132 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Deweese's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Deweese's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 180 procedures in 2019 and was 132 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Deweese perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Deweese's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (60 cases), knee replacement (59 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Deweese among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Deweese affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Deweese is affiliated with Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah, Massac Memorial Hospital. Dr. Deweese maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Deweese compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Paducah?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Paducah, Dr. Deweese ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Deweese is among the highest-volume surgeons in Paducah.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Deweese practices?
Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Baptist Health Paducah (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 Paducah, Kentucky
Dr. Deweese's 132 Medicare procedures are above the Paducah average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Paducah.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Shiraz Patel | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Kern | 81 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ryan Beck | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Hunt | 34 | Hip, Knee |
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