Dr. George Aitken is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ashland, Kentucky. In 2023, Dr. Aitken performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#58 in Kentucky) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
Dr. Aitken's 42 Medicare procedures are near the Kentucky median of 41. The state has 127 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Aitken's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Ashland is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ashland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Aitken
How does Dr. Aitken's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Aitken performed 42 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. Aitken ranks #61 out of 127 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Aitken perform?
Dr. Aitken's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Aitken in Ashland?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Ashland 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. Aitken 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. Aitken's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Ashland, Kentucky
Compare Dr. Aitken's volume with other surgeons practicing in Ashland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Carawan | 21 | Hip |
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