Dr. Gregory Lavigne, MD
Contact & Location
Hendersonville, NC 28792
Dr. Gregory Lavigne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hendersonville, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Lavigne has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#93 in North Carolina) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 61 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Lavigne performs near average in knee (39 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Lavigne's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Hendersonville is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hendersonville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lavigne extend back to 2014, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 61 in the most recent data, a 281% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lavigne's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Lavigne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lavigne's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 281% from 16 procedures in 2014 to 61 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. Lavigne
How does Dr. Lavigne's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Lavigne has performed 61 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lavigne ranks #101 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lavigne perform?
Dr. Lavigne's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lavigne in Hendersonville?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Hendersonville 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lavigne 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. Lavigne's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 61 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lavigne's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lavigne's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2014 to 61 in the most recent data, a 281% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 69 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Lavigne perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lavigne's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lavigne affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lavigne is affiliated with Adventhealth Hendersonville, Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Lavigne compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hendersonville?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Hendersonville, Dr. Lavigne ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lavigne is among the highest-volume surgeons in Hendersonville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lavigne practices?
Adventhealth Hendersonville (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital (5 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 Hendersonville, North Carolina
Dr. Lavigne's 61 Medicare procedures are below the Hendersonville average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hendersonville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Werner Brooks | 146 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Lilly | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Kersten | 53 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Mawn | 51 | Hip, Knee |
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