Dr. Lance Estrada, M.D.
Contact & Location
504-899-6391
New Orleans, LA 70115
Dr. Estrada performs more knee replacement procedures than 72% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #23 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Estrada
Practice. Dr. Lance Estrada is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Orleans, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 55 knee replacements, 22 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, 88 procedures in all. That is #23 in Louisiana for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 32 procedures a year to 88, up 175%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 55 procedures is above the national average of 45.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 32 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 37 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 41 | 0 |
| 2016 | 19 | 33 | 0 |
| 2017 | 13 | 37 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 39 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 | 38 | 0 |
| 2020 | 15 | 28 | 0 |
| 2021 | 22 | 52 | 0 |
| 2022 | 25 | 52 | 0 |
| 2023 | 28 | 56 | 0 |
| 2024 | 22 | 55 | 11 |
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, 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. Estrada Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Estrada's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 175% from 32 procedures in 2013 to 88 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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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.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Estrada
How does Dr. Estrada's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Estrada has performed 88 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Louisiana average of 54 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Estrada ranks #19 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Estrada perform?
Dr. Estrada performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Estrada 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. Estrada 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Estrada's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 370 procedures against the 88 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. Estrada's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Estrada's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2013 to 88 in the most recent data, a 175% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 88 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Estrada perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Estrada's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (22 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Estrada among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Estrada affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Estrada is affiliated with Touro Infirmary, East Jefferson General Hospital.
How does Dr. Estrada compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Orleans?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in New Orleans, Dr. Estrada ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Estrada has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Estrada practices?
Touro Infirmary (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); East Jefferson General Hospital (2 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. Estrada's 88 Medicare procedures are above the New Orleans average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Orleans.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Felix Savoie | 37 | Shoulder |
| Dr. George Chimento | 29 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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