Dr. Reginald Griffith, MD
Dr. Reginald Griffith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Griffith has performed 38 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#37 in Louisiana) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Griffith performs near average in knee (38 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Griffith's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (38 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Baton Rouge is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Baton Rouge area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Griffith's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 187 procedures in 2013 before settling at 59 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Griffith's 38 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Griffith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Contact & Location
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Griffith's recorded volume peaked at 187 procedures in 2013 and stood at 59 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Griffith
How does Dr. Griffith's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Griffith has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Louisiana average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Griffith ranks #40 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Griffith perform?
Dr. Griffith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Griffith in Baton Rouge?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Baton Rouge 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. Griffith 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. Griffith's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Griffith's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Griffith's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 187 procedures in 2013 and was 59 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Griffith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Griffith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (38 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Griffith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Baton Rouge?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Baton Rouge, Dr. Griffith ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Baton Rouge has 120 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Dr. Griffith's 59 Medicare procedures are below the Baton Rouge average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Baton Rouge.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Easton | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Greene | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Albert Bankston | 64 | Knee |
| Dr. Jared Braud | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Broyles | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nickos Hatzis | 55 | Shoulder |
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