Dr. Charles Schumacher, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Charles Schumacher is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Covington, Louisiana. In 2023, Dr. Schumacher performed 51 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#29 in Louisiana) and 25 hip replacements (#27 in Louisiana), for a combined total of 76 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Louisiana.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
51 verified cases
#29 in Louisiana
Hip Replacement
25 verified cases
#27 in Louisiana

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Schumacher

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (76 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Schumacher, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 985-892-5117
19343 Sunshine Ave
Covington, LA 70433
NPI: 1447544465
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 15 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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Other Top Louisiana Orthopedic Surgeons

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Dr. Cambize Shahrdar - Shreveport 166 procedures
Dr. Eric Greber - Thibodaux 138 procedures

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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.
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