Dr. Jason Rudd, M.D.
Contact & Location
985-674-1700
Covington, LA 70433
Bogalusa, LA 70427
Dr. Rudd performs more knee replacement procedures than 10% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #76 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Rudd
Practice. Dr. Jason Rudd is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Covington, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 14 knee replacements. That is #76 in Louisiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 5 years. Volume has held between 12 and 18 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Covington has 6 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 14 |
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. 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. Rudd Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rudd's procedure volume has been consistent across 5 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 18 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rudd
How does Dr. Rudd's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Rudd has performed 14 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. Rudd ranks #91 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rudd perform?
Dr. Rudd's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rudd in Covington?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Covington 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. Rudd 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, which puts Dr. Rudd's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 14 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. Rudd's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Rudd's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 5 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 18 procedures per year between 2018 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rudd affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rudd is affiliated with Fmol Health Our Lady Of The Angels, Avala, St Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center, Riverside Medical Center.
How does Dr. Rudd compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Covington?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Covington, Dr. Rudd ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Covington has 91 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rudd practices?
Avala (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Tammany Parish Hospital (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 Covington, Louisiana
Dr. Rudd's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Covington average of 29. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Covington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Schumacher | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Devraj | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Matti Palo | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Joey Lamartina | 12 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Darr | 11 | Knee |
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