Dr. Jonathan Foret, M.D.
Contact & Location
Lake Charles, LA 70605
Dr. Jonathan Foret is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Charles, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Foret has performed 75 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #8 in Louisiana.
In Louisiana, Dr. Foret performs above average in knee (75 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Foret's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 75 verified procedures. 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.
Lake Charles is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lake Charles area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Foret extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 75 in the most recent data, a 341% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Foret's 75 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
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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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 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. Foret's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
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 |
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