Dr. Sameer Badarudeen, M.D.
Contact & Location
270-780-2750
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Dr. Badarudeen performs more knee replacement procedures than 46% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #55 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Kentucky.
About Dr. Badarudeen
Practice. Dr. Sameer Badarudeen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The latest annual CMS data records 28 knee replacements and 24 hip replacements, 52 procedures in all. That is #55 in Kentucky for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 52, up 300%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 28 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Bowling Green has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Badarudeen also holds hospital privileges in GA and KY, a practice that extends beyond Kentucky.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 13 |
| 2017 | 12 | 16 |
| 2018 | 0 | 17 |
| 2019 | 0 | 31 |
| 2020 | 13 | 23 |
| 2021 | 16 | 23 |
| 2022 | 0 | 17 |
| 2023 | 15 | 25 |
| 2024 | 24 | 28 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Badarudeen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Badarudeen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 300% from 13 procedures in 2016 to 52 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. Badarudeen
How does Dr. Badarudeen's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Badarudeen has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Badarudeen ranks #54 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Badarudeen perform?
Dr. Badarudeen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Badarudeen in Bowling Green?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green 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. Badarudeen represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Badarudeen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 220 procedures against the 52 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Badarudeen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Badarudeen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2016 to 52 in the most recent data, a 300% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Badarudeen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Badarudeen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Badarudeen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Badarudeen is affiliated with Wellstar Paulding Medical Center, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, The Medical Center At Albany, The Medical Center At Scottsville, Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center. Dr. Badarudeen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Badarudeen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bowling Green, Dr. Badarudeen ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bowling Green has 127 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Badarudeen practices?
Wellstar Paulding Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars); The Medical Center At Bowling Green (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 Bowling Green, Kentucky
Dr. Badarudeen's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Bowling Green average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bowling Green.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Patton | 127 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kirk Fee | 98 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Spencer Romine | 83 | Shoulder |
| Dr. James Heltsley | 68 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Richards | 43 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Riley | 42 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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