Dr. Simon Finger, M.D.
Contact & Location
985-646-3662
Slidell, LA 70458
Dr. Finger performs more knee replacement procedures than 52% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #40 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Finger
Practice. Dr. Simon Finger is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Slidell, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements. That is #40 in Louisiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 29 procedures a year to 35, up 21%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Slidell has 3 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 | 29 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 36 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 32 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 31 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 45 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 44 | 12 |
| 2019 | 0 | 35 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 32 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 24 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 33 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 38 | 17 |
| 2024 | 0 | 35 | 0 |
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. Finger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Finger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 21% from 29 procedures in 2013 to 35 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. Finger
How does Dr. Finger's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Finger has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 54 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Finger ranks #56 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Finger perform?
Dr. Finger's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 35 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Finger in Slidell?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Slidell 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. Finger 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. Finger's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 150 procedures against the 35 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. Finger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Finger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2013 to 35 in the most recent data, a 21% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 56 procedures in 2018.
Which hospitals is Dr. Finger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Finger is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center, Slidell Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Finger compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Slidell?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Slidell, Dr. Finger ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Finger has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Finger practices?
Ochsner Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Slidell Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Slidell, Louisiana
Dr. Finger's 35 Medicare procedures are above the Slidell average of 23. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Slidell.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Benjamin Guevara | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Brian Fong | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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