Knee
Dr. Lindsey Patman, M.D.
Dr. Lindsey Patman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Patman has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #30 in New Mexico.
In New Mexico, Dr. Patman performs below average in knee (21 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Patman's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 21 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Albuquerque is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Albuquerque area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Patman first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Patman's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Patman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Mexico state average.
Contact & Location
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Patman
How does Dr. Patman's procedure volume compare to other New Mexico surgeons?
Dr. Patman has performed 21 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Mexico average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Patman ranks #36 out of 47 orthopedic surgeons in New Mexico.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Patman perform?
Dr. Patman's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Patman in Albuquerque?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque 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 New Mexico surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Patman 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. Patman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 21 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Patman is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital.
How does Dr. Patman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Albuquerque, Dr. Patman ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Albuquerque has 149 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Patman practices?
Presbyterian 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 Albuquerque, New Mexico
Dr. Patman's 21 Medicare procedures are below the Albuquerque average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Albuquerque.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joshua Carothers | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Hanosh | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Krishna Tripuraneni | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Mulkey | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Junick | 90 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Gilmore | 83 | Knee, Shoulder |
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