Dr. Richard Sweet is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Louisville, Kentucky. In 2023, Dr. Sweet performed 147 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#4 in Kentucky) and 114 hip replacements, for a combined total of 261 procedures.
With 261 total procedures, Dr. Sweet ranks in the top 1% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, where the average surgeon performs 62 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 4x the statewide average.
Dr. Sweet's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (147 cases) and hip replacements (114 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sweet
How does Dr. Sweet's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Sweet performed 261 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Kentucky average of 62 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sweet ranks #2 out of 127 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sweet perform?
Dr. Sweet's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (147 cases) and hip replacement (114 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Sweet with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Sweet ranks #4 in Kentucky for knee replacement with 147 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 127 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sweet 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. Sweet 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. Sweet's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 261 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Louisville, Kentucky
Compare Dr. Sweet's volume with other surgeons practicing in Louisville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Yerasimides | 272 | Hip |
| Dr. Reid Brown | 248 | 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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