Dr. Wallace Huff, MD
Dr. Wallace Huff is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lexington, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Huff has performed 85 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in Kentucky) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 105 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Huff performs above average in knee (85 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Huff's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 81% of reported Medicare volume.
Lexington is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lexington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Huff extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 105 in the most recent data, a 775% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Huff's 85 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Huff Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Lexington, KY 40509
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Huff's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 775% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 105 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. Huff
How does Dr. Huff's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Huff has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Huff ranks #20 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Huff perform?
Dr. Huff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Huff with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Huff ranks #14 in Kentucky for knee replacement with 85 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Huff in Lexington?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington 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. Huff 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. Huff's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Huff's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Huff's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 105 in the most recent data, a 775% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 127 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Huff perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Huff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Huff affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Huff is affiliated with Chi Saint Joseph East, Wayne County Hospital, Rockcastle Regional Hospital & Respiratory Care Ct, Pikeville Medical Center.
How does Dr. Huff compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lexington?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Lexington, Dr. Huff ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lexington has 261 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Huff practices?
Chi Saint Joseph East (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rockcastle Regional Hospital & Respiratory Care Ct (2 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lexington, Kentucky
Dr. Huff's 105 Medicare procedures are below the Lexington average of 133. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lexington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christian Christensen | 261 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tharun Karthikeyan | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Denehy | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Selby | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Donegan | 79 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory D'angelo | 75 | Hip, Knee |
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