Dr. Adam Whatley, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Adam Whatley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Zachary, Louisiana. In 2023, Dr. Whatley performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#64 in Louisiana) and 12 hip replacements (#53 in Louisiana), for a combined total of 34 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
22 verified cases
#64 in Louisiana
Hip Replacement
12 verified cases
#53 in Louisiana

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Whatley

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Recommended Script:

"Dr. Whatley, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 225-658-1808
4920 Church Street
Zachary, LA 70791
NPI: 1518159664
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.