Dr. Jonathan Foret, M.D.
Contact & Location
337-721-7236
Lake Charles, LA 70605
Dr. Foret performs more knee replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #8 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Foret
Practice. Dr. Jonathan Foret is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 75 knee replacements. That is #8 in Louisiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 17 procedures a year to 75, up 341%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 75 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Lake Charles has 11 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 | 17 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 54 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 47 |
| 2023 | 69 |
| 2024 | 75 |
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. Foret Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Foret's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 341% from 17 procedures in 2015 to 75 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Foret
How does Dr. Foret's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Foret has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Louisiana average of 54 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Foret ranks #25 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Foret perform?
Dr. Foret's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 75 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Foret with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Foret ranks #8 in Louisiana for knee replacement with 75 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 104 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Foret in Lake Charles?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles 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. Foret 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. Foret's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 330 procedures against the 75 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. Foret's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Foret's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2015 to 75 in the most recent data, a 341% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Foret affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Foret is affiliated with Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital.
How does Dr. Foret compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles, Dr. Foret ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lake Charles has 106 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Foret practices?
Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); West Calcasieu Cameron 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 Lake Charles, Louisiana
Dr. Foret's 75 Medicare procedures are above the Lake Charles average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lake Charles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Hale | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Cohen | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Garitty | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Hansen | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Trappey | 37 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Hinton | 33 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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