Dr. Adam Whatley, M.D.
Contact & Location
Zachary, LA 70791
Dr. Adam Whatley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Zachary, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Whatley has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#65 in Louisiana) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 34 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Whatley performs below average in knee (22 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Whatley's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Whatley is the only orthopedic surgeon in Zachary represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Whatley extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 34 in the most recent data, a 89% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Whatley's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Whatley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Whatley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 89% from 18 procedures in 2014 to 34 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. Whatley
How does Dr. Whatley's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Whatley has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Whatley ranks #63 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Whatley perform?
Dr. Whatley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Whatley's practice located?
Dr. Whatley practices in Zachary, Louisiana. The office is located at 4920 Church Street, Zachary, LA 70791. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Whatley for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Whatley 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. Whatley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Whatley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Whatley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2014 to 34 in the most recent data, a 89% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 34 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Whatley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Whatley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Whatley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Whatley is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center, Lane Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge General Medical Center, West Feliciana Parish Hospital, Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Whatley practices?
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lane Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baton Rouge General Medical Center (3 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.
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