Dr. Lucas Harvey, M.D.
Contact & Location
Saint Paul, MN 55101
Dr. Lucas Harvey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Harvey has performed 32 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#20 in Minnesota) and 30 knee replacements, for a combined total of 62 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Harvey performs above average in hip (32 vs 26 avg), near average in knee (30 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Harvey's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (32 cases) and knee replacements (30 cases).
Saint Paul is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Saint Paul area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Harvey first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Harvey's 32 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Harvey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
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. Harvey
How does Dr. Harvey's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Harvey has performed 62 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Minnesota average of 43 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Harvey ranks #40 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harvey perform?
Dr. Harvey's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases) and knee replacement (30 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Harvey with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Harvey ranks #20 in Minnesota for hip replacement with 32 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 187 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harvey in Saint Paul?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Paul 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Harvey 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. Harvey's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 62 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Harvey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Harvey's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases), knee replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harvey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harvey is affiliated with Providence Centralia Hospital, Providence St Peter Hospital, Arbor Health Morton Hospital. Dr. Harvey maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Harvey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Saint Paul?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Saint Paul, Dr. Harvey ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Harvey is among the highest-volume surgeons in Saint Paul.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harvey practices?
Providence Centralia Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Providence St Peter Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Saint Paul, Minnesota
Dr. Harvey's 62 Medicare procedures are above the Saint Paul average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Saint Paul.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Anderson | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Der-Chen Huang | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Marston | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Myeroff | 31 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Khalid Azzam | 29 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Daly | 25 | Knee |
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