Dr. Samrath Bhimani, M.D.
Contact & Location
502-852-5319
Louisville, KY 40241
Dr. Bhimani performs more hip replacement procedures than 74% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #16 of 63 ranked hip surgeons in Kentucky.
About Dr. Bhimani
Practice. Dr. Samrath Bhimani is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Louisville, Kentucky. The latest annual CMS data records 34 hip replacements and 19 knee replacements, 53 procedures in all. That is #16 in Kentucky for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2017.
Trend. Dr. Bhimani first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is near the national average of 36.
Local context. Louisville has 40 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 53 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Bhimani Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bhimani
How does Dr. Bhimani's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Bhimani has performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bhimani ranks #53 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bhimani perform?
Dr. Bhimani's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Bhimani with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Bhimani ranks #16 in Kentucky for hip replacement with 34 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bhimani in Louisville?
Yes. There are 40 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. Bhimani 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Bhimani's total volume across all insurers at roughly 170 to 220 procedures against the 53 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.
Does Dr. Bhimani perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bhimani's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bhimani affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bhimani is affiliated with Norton Hospital / Norton Healthcare Pavilion / Nor.
How does Dr. Bhimani compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Louisville?
Among the 40 orthopedic surgeons in Louisville, Dr. Bhimani ranks #19 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Louisville has 323 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bhimani practices?
Norton Hospital / Norton Healthcare Pavilion / Nor (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. Bhimani's 53 Medicare procedures are below the Louisville average of 214. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Louisville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Yerasimides | 323 | Hip |
| Dr. Reid Brown | 300 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Sweet | 276 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Greene | 215 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Goodin | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Krupp | 144 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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