Dr. Steven Hale, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Steven Hale is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Charles, Louisiana. In 2023, Dr. Hale performed 85 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Louisiana) and 29 hip replacements (#16 in Louisiana), for a combined total of 114 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Louisiana.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
85 verified cases
#5 in Louisiana
Hip Replacement
29 verified cases
#16 in Louisiana

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Hale

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (114 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Hale, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 337-721-7293
1747 Imperial Blvd
Lake Charles, LA 70605
NPI: 1205059763
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 19 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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