Dr. Felix Savoie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Savoie has performed 25 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #10 in Louisiana.
Dr. Savoie has recorded 25 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Louisiana has 118 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Savoie's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 25 verified procedures in 2023. 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.
New Orleans is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New Orleans area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Savoie
How does Dr. Savoie's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Savoie has performed 25 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Savoie ranks #77 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Savoie perform?
Dr. Savoie's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 25 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Savoie with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Savoie ranks #10 in Louisiana for shoulder replacement with 25 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 118 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Savoie in New Orleans?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in New Orleans 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. Savoie 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. Savoie's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New Orleans, Louisiana
Compare Dr. Savoie's volume with other surgeons practicing in New Orleans.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lance Estrada | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Millet | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Willard Moore | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Meyer | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Chimento | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Finney | 24 | Knee |
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