Dr. Edward Yerger, M.D.
Contact & Location
337-703-3201
Lafayette, LA 70506
Dr. Yerger performs more knee replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #5 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Yerger
Practice. Dr. Edward Yerger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lafayette, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 88 knee replacements and 66 hip replacements, 154 procedures in all. That is #5 in Louisiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 102 procedures a year to 154, up 51%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 88 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Lafayette has 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 41 | 61 |
| 2014 | 45 | 51 |
| 2015 | 47 | 67 |
| 2016 | 57 | 84 |
| 2017 | 38 | 72 |
| 2018 | 40 | 78 |
| 2019 | 37 | 112 |
| 2020 | 27 | 65 |
| 2021 | 44 | 75 |
| 2022 | 52 | 78 |
| 2023 | 43 | 87 |
| 2024 | 66 | 88 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Yerger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Yerger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 51% from 102 procedures in 2013 to 154 in the most recent data.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Yerger
How does Dr. Yerger's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Yerger has performed 154 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Louisiana average of 54 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Yerger ranks #4 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yerger perform?
Dr. Yerger's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases) and hip replacement (66 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Yerger with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Yerger ranks #5 in Louisiana for knee replacement with 88 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 104 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yerger in Lafayette?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette 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. Yerger 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Yerger's total volume across all insurers at roughly 510 to 650 procedures against the 154 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. Yerger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Yerger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 102 procedures in 2013 to 154 in the most recent data, a 51% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 154 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Yerger perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yerger's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases), hip replacement (66 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yerger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yerger is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics, Iberia Medical Center, Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, Inc, Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Yerger compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette, Dr. Yerger ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Yerger has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yerger practices?
Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics (1 out of 5 CMS stars); Iberia Medical Center (3 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 Lafayette, Louisiana
Dr. Yerger's 154 Medicare procedures are above the Lafayette average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lafayette.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Kyle | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Montgomery | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Duval | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Buzhardt | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Williams | 42 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Adam Kennedy | 29 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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