Knee
Dr. Peter Vizzi, M.D.
Dr. Peter Vizzi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lafayette, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Vizzi has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #68 in Louisiana.
In Louisiana, Dr. Vizzi performs below average in knee (19 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Vizzi's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 19 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.
Lafayette is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lafayette area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Vizzi extend back to 2013, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 19 in the most recent data, a 19% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Vizzi's 19 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Vizzi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Contact & Location
Lafayette, LA 70508
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vizzi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 19% from 16 procedures in 2013 to 19 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vizzi
How does Dr. Vizzi's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Vizzi has performed 19 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Vizzi ranks #84 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vizzi perform?
Dr. Vizzi's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vizzi in Lafayette?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette 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. Vizzi 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. Vizzi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Vizzi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Vizzi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2013 to 19 in the most recent data, a 19% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 19 procedures in 2019.
How does Dr. Vizzi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Lafayette, Dr. Vizzi ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lafayette has 130 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lafayette, Louisiana
Dr. Vizzi's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Lafayette average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lafayette.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Yerger | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Perry | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Kyle | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Duval | 74 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Montgomery | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Buzhardt | 70 | Hip, Knee |
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