Dr. Andrew Patton, MD
Contact & Location
Shreveport, LA 71101
Dr. Andrew Patton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Patton has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #58 in Louisiana.
In Louisiana, Dr. Patton performs below average in knee (22 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Patton's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 22 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Shreveport is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Shreveport area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Patton also maintains hospital privileges in LA and TX, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Louisiana.
Dr. Patton first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Patton's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Patton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Patton
How does Dr. Patton's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Patton has performed 22 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 54 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Patton ranks #74 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Patton perform?
Dr. Patton's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Patton in Shreveport?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport 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 Louisiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Patton 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. Patton's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Patton is affiliated with Specialists Hospital Shreveport, Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc, Christus St Michael Health System. Dr. Patton maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Patton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport, Dr. Patton ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Shreveport has 303 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Patton practices?
Specialists Hospital Shreveport (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Willis Knighton Medical Center, Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Christus St Michael Health System (4 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 Shreveport, Louisiana
Dr. Patton's 22 Medicare procedures are below the Shreveport average of 132. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Shreveport.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Atchison | 303 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cambize Shahrdar | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Googe | 127 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Charles Lobrano | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Pearson | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Talbert | 91 | Hip, Knee |
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