Dr. Timothy Devraj, M.D.
Contact & Location
985-400-5566
Covington, LA 70433
Slidell, LA 70458
Bogalusa, LA 70427
Dr. Devraj performs more knee replacement procedures than 45% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #46 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Devraj
Practice. Dr. Timothy Devraj is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Covington, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 29 knee replacements. That is #46 in Louisiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 14 procedures a year to 29, up 107%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 29 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Covington has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Devraj also holds hospital privileges in LA and MS, a practice that extends beyond Louisiana.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 29 |
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. Devraj Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Devraj's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 107% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 29 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. Devraj
How does Dr. Devraj's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Devraj has performed 29 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. Devraj ranks #62 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Devraj perform?
Dr. Devraj's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 29 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Devraj in Covington?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Covington 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. Devraj 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. Devraj's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 130 procedures against the 29 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. Devraj's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Devraj's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 29 in the most recent data, a 107% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 37 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Devraj affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Devraj is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center, St Tammany Parish Hospital, Avala, Fmol Health Our Lady Of The Angels, Ochsner Medical Center-Hancock. Dr. Devraj maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Devraj compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Covington?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Covington, Dr. Devraj ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Devraj is among the highest-volume surgeons in Covington.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Devraj practices?
Ochsner Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Tammany Parish Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Avala (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Covington, Louisiana
Dr. Devraj's 29 Medicare procedures are at the Covington average of 29. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Covington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Schumacher | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matti Palo | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Jason Rudd | 14 | Knee |
| Dr. Joey Lamartina | 12 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Darr | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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