Dr. David Clause, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. David Clause is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Opelousas, Louisiana. In 2023, Dr. Clause performed 83 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#7 in Louisiana) and 22 hip replacements (#30 in Louisiana), for a combined total of 105 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Louisiana.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
83 verified cases
#7 in Louisiana
Hip Replacement
22 verified cases
#30 in Louisiana

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Clause

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (105 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Clause, 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: 337-942-6503
4015 I 49 S Service Rd
Opelousas, LA 70570
NPI: 1295734465
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available
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.