Dr. Reid Brown, M.D.
Dr. Reid Brown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Louisville, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Brown has performed 178 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in Kentucky) and 70 hip replacements, for a combined total of 248 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Brown performs well above average in knee (178 vs 44 avg), well above average in hip (70 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Brown's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (178 cases) and hip replacements (70 cases).
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Brown extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 118 to 248 in the most recent data, a 110% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brown's 178 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #84 nationally.
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. Brown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Louisville, KY 40207
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 110% from 118 procedures in 2013 to 248 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. Brown
How does Dr. Brown's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Brown has performed 248 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brown ranks #4 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brown perform?
Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (178 cases) and hip replacement (70 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Brown with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Brown ranks #2 in Kentucky for knee replacement with 178 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brown 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. Brown 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. Brown's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 248 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brown's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 118 procedures in 2013 to 248 in the most recent data, a 110% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 302 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Brown perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (178 cases), hip replacement (70 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brown affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital.
How does Dr. Brown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Louisville?
Among the 39 orthopedic surgeons in Louisville, Dr. Brown ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brown is among the highest-volume surgeons in Louisville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brown practices?
Baptist Health Louisville (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital (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 Louisville, Kentucky
Dr. Brown's 248 Medicare procedures are above the Louisville average of 202. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Louisville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Yerasimides | 272 | Hip |
| Dr. Richard Sweet | 261 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Greene | 192 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Goodin | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Madhusudhan Yakkanti | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arthur Malkani | 142 | Hip, Knee |
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