Dr. Felix Savoie, M.D.
Contact & Location
504-988-8476
New Orleans, LA 70118
Dr. Savoie performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 68% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 25 ranked shoulder surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Savoie
Practice. Dr. Felix Savoie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Orleans, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 37 shoulder replacements. That is #8 in Louisiana for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 37, up 236%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 37 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. New Orleans has 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Savoie also holds hospital privileges in LA and MS, a practice that extends beyond Louisiana.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 37 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Savoie Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Savoie's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 236% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 37 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Savoie
How does Dr. Savoie's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Savoie has performed 37 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. Savoie ranks #55 out of 104 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 37 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 #8 in Louisiana for shoulder replacement with 37 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 104 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Savoie in New Orleans?
Yes. There are 11 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 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Savoie's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 130 procedures against the 37 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. Savoie's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Savoie's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 37 in the most recent data, a 236% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Savoie affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Savoie is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Omega Hospital, Llc, Ochsner Medical Center, Touro Infirmary, Singing River Gulfport. Dr. Savoie maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Savoie compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Orleans?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in New Orleans, Dr. Savoie ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New Orleans has 88 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Savoie practices?
East Jefferson General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ochsner Medical Center (4 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 New Orleans, Louisiana
Dr. Savoie's 37 Medicare procedures are below the New Orleans average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Orleans.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lance Estrada | 88 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Chad Millet | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Willard Moore | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Meyer | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Clark | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Chimento | 29 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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