Dr. Sanjiv Mehta, MD
Contact & Location
Bardstown, KY 40004
Dr. Sanjiv Mehta is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bardstown, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Mehta has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#26 in Kentucky) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Mehta performs near average in knee (47 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Mehta's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 80% of reported Medicare volume.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Mehta holds additional credentials in Legal Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Mehta is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bardstown represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Mehta's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 163 procedures in 2019 before settling at 59 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mehta's 47 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Mehta Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mehta's recorded volume peaked at 163 procedures in 2019 and stood at 59 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mehta
How does Dr. Mehta's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Mehta has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mehta ranks #47 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mehta perform?
Dr. Mehta's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Mehta's practice located?
Dr. Mehta practices in Bardstown, Kentucky. The office is located at 4371 New Shepherdsville Rd, Bardstown, KY 40004. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Mehta for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mehta's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Mehta's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 163 procedures in 2019 and was 59 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Mehta perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mehta's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mehta affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Flaget Memorial Hospital, Spring View Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mehta practices?
Flaget Memorial Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Spring View Hospital (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.
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