Dr. Benjamin Guevara, M.D.
Contact & Location
985-646-5550
Slidell, LA 70461
Dr. Guevara performs more knee replacement procedures than 17% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #70 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Guevara
Practice. Dr. Benjamin Guevara is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Slidell, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 18 knee replacements. That is #70 in Louisiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume has held between 11 and 30 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Slidell has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Guevara also holds hospital privileges in LA and MS, a practice that extends beyond Louisiana.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 18 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Guevara Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Guevara's procedure volume has been consistent across 10 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 30 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Guevara
How does Dr. Guevara's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Guevara has performed 18 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. Guevara ranks #83 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Guevara perform?
Dr. Guevara's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Guevara in Slidell?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Slidell 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. Guevara represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Guevara's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 18 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Guevara's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Guevara's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 10 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 30 procedures per year between 2015 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Guevara affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Guevara is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock, Highland Community Hospital. Dr. Guevara maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Guevara compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Slidell?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Slidell, Dr. Guevara ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Guevara is among the highest-volume surgeons in Slidell.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Guevara practices?
Ochsner Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Slidell Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Slidell, Louisiana
Dr. Guevara's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Slidell average of 23. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Slidell.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Simon Finger | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Brian Fong | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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