Dr. Janak Talwalkar, MD
Contact & Location
859-899-7950
Lexington, KY 40503
About Dr. Talwalkar
Dr. Janak Talwalkar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lexington, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Talwalkar performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #45 in Kentucky.
In Kentucky, Dr. Talwalkar performs below the state average in knee (32 vs 42).
Dr. Talwalkar's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 32 verified procedures. 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.
Lexington is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lexington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Talwalkar extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 32 in the most recent data, a 146% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Talwalkar's 32 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 24 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 32 |
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. Talwalkar Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Talwalkar's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 146% from 13 procedures in 2016 to 32 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. Talwalkar
How does Dr. Talwalkar's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Talwalkar has performed 32 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. Talwalkar ranks #78 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Talwalkar perform?
Dr. Talwalkar's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 32 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Talwalkar in Lexington?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington 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. Talwalkar 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. Talwalkar's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Talwalkar's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Talwalkar's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2016 to 32 in the most recent data, a 146% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 32 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Talwalkar affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Talwalkar is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Talwalkar compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lexington?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington, Dr. Talwalkar ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lexington has 253 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Talwalkar practices?
Baptist Health Lexington (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ephraim Mcdowell Regional Medical Center (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 Lexington, Kentucky
Dr. Talwalkar's 32 Medicare procedures are below the Lexington average of 126. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lexington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christian Christensen | 253 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tharun Karthikeyan | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Denehy | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Selby | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wallace Huff | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Donegan | 82 | Shoulder |
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