Dr. Timmothy Randell, M.D.
Contact & Location
318-473-9556
Alexandria, LA 71301
Dr. Randell performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #2 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Randell
Dr. Timmothy Randell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Alexandria, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Randell performed 129 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in Louisiana) and 58 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 187 procedures.
In Louisiana, Dr. Randell performs well above the state average in knee (129 vs 41), well above the state average in hip (58 vs 29).
Dr. Randell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (129 cases) and hip replacements (58 cases).
Alexandria is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Alexandria area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Randell extend back to 2016, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 57 to 187 in the most recent data, a 228% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Randell's 129 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 30 | 27 |
| 2017 | 40 | 49 |
| 2018 | 65 | 87 |
| 2019 | 55 | 96 |
| 2020 | 38 | 111 |
| 2021 | 43 | 121 |
| 2022 | 56 | 105 |
| 2023 | 58 | 136 |
| 2024 | 58 | 129 |
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. 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. Randell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Randell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 228% from 57 procedures in 2016 to 187 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Randell
How does Dr. Randell's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Randell has performed 187 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Louisiana average of 54 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Randell ranks #2 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Randell perform?
Dr. Randell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases) and hip replacement (58 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Randell with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Randell ranks #2 in Louisiana for knee replacement with 129 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 104 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Randell in Alexandria?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria 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. Randell 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, which puts Dr. Randell's total volume across all insurers at roughly 640 to 790 procedures against the 187 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. Randell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Randell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 57 procedures in 2016 to 187 in the most recent data, a 228% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 194 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Randell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Randell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases), hip replacement (58 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Randell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Randell is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital, Byrd Regional Hospital, Bunkie General Hospital.
How does Dr. Randell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Alexandria, Dr. Randell ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Randell has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Randell practices?
Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rapides Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Christus St Frances Cabrini 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 Alexandria, Louisiana
Dr. Randell's 187 Medicare procedures are above the Alexandria average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Alexandria.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Garrison | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Crenshaw | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Leddy | 59 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jamie Rister | 29 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Phillip Bacilla | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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