Dr. Jared Braud, M.D.
Contact & Location
225-924-2424
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Dr. Braud performs more knee replacement procedures than 54% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #39 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Braud
Practice. Dr. Jared Braud is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements and 22 hip replacements, 57 procedures in all. That is #39 in Louisiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 26 procedures a year to 57, up 119%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Baton Rouge has 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Braud also holds hospital privileges in LA and MS, a practice that extends beyond Louisiana.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 12 | 14 |
| 2017 | 19 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 | 23 |
| 2019 | 24 | 25 |
| 2020 | 19 | 17 |
| 2021 | 16 | 20 |
| 2022 | 27 | 26 |
| 2023 | 22 | 39 |
| 2024 | 22 | 35 |
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. Braud Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Braud's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 119% from 26 procedures in 2016 to 57 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. Braud
How does Dr. Braud's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Braud has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Louisiana average of 54 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Braud ranks #39 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Braud perform?
Dr. Braud's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Braud in Baton Rouge?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Baton Rouge 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. Braud 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. Braud's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 240 procedures against the 57 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. Braud's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Braud's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 26 procedures in 2016 to 57 in the most recent data, a 119% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 61 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Braud perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Braud's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Braud affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Braud is affiliated with Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge General Medical Center, Fmol Health | Our Lady Of The Lake, Field Health System. Dr. Braud maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Braud compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Baton Rouge?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Baton Rouge, Dr. Braud ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Baton Rouge has 138 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Braud practices?
Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baton Rouge General Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fmol Health | Our Lady Of The Lake (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Dr. Braud's 57 Medicare procedures are below the Baton Rouge average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Baton Rouge.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Easton | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Greene | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Albert Bankston | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Broyles | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nickos Hatzis | 44 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Whatley | 41 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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