Dr. Alexander Athey, MD
Dr. Alexander Athey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Albany, Ohio. Dr. Athey has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#214 in Ohio) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Athey performs below average in knee (21 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Athey's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
New Albany is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New Albany area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Athey also maintains hospital privileges in OH and WV, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Ohio.
Dr. Athey first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Athey'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. Athey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
New Albany, OH 43054
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Athey
How does Dr. Athey's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Athey has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Athey ranks #196 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Athey perform?
Dr. Athey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Athey in New Albany?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in New Albany 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Athey 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. Athey's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Athey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Athey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Athey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Athey is affiliated with Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, Mount Carmel St Ann'S, Ohio State University Hospitals, Mount Carmel East, Reynolds Memorial Hospital, Inc. Dr. Athey maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Athey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Albany?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in New Albany, Dr. Athey ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New Albany has 274 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Athey practices?
Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mount Carmel St Ann'S (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ohio State University Hospitals (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 New Albany, Ohio
Dr. Athey's 40 Medicare procedures are below the New Albany average of 151. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Albany.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Adolph Lombardi | 274 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Morris | 188 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Crawford | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Hurst | 169 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Zackary Byrd | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Cannone | 88 | Hip, Knee |
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