Dr. Craig Springmeyer, MD
Contact & Location
Shreveport, LA 71106
Dr. Craig Springmeyer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shreveport, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Springmeyer has performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #36 in Louisiana.
In Louisiana, Dr. Springmeyer performs near average in knee (38 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Springmeyer's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 38 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. Springmeyer's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 124 procedures in 2019 before settling at 38 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Springmeyer's 38 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Springmeyer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Springmeyer's recorded volume peaked at 124 procedures in 2019 and stood at 38 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Springmeyer
How does Dr. Springmeyer's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Springmeyer has performed 38 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. Springmeyer ranks #52 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Springmeyer perform?
Dr. Springmeyer's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 38 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Springmeyer 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. Springmeyer 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. Springmeyer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Springmeyer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Springmeyer's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 124 procedures in 2019 and was 38 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
How does Dr. Springmeyer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Shreveport, Dr. Springmeyer ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Shreveport has 303 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Shreveport, Louisiana
Dr. Springmeyer's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Shreveport average of 134. 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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