Dr. Gautham Gondi, MD
Contact & Location
West Columbia, SC 29169
Dr. Gautham Gondi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Columbia, South Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Gondi has performed 65 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#35 in South Carolina) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 81 procedures.
In South Carolina, Dr. Gondi performs near average in knee (65 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Gondi's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 80% of reported Medicare volume.
West Columbia is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the West Columbia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gondi's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 143 procedures in 2018 before settling at 81 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gondi's 65 verified procedures is above 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. Gondi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gondi's recorded volume peaked at 143 procedures in 2018 and stood at 81 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Gondi
How does Dr. Gondi's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Gondi has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the South Carolina average of 76 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gondi ranks #57 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gondi perform?
Dr. Gondi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (65 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gondi in West Columbia?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia 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 South Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gondi 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. Gondi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 81 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gondi's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gondi's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 143 procedures in 2018 and was 81 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Gondi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gondi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (65 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gondi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gondi is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.
How does Dr. Gondi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in West Columbia, Dr. Gondi ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in West Columbia has 186 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gondi practices?
Lexington Medical Center (4 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 West Columbia, South Carolina
Dr. Gondi's 81 Medicare procedures are below the West Columbia average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Lee | 186 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Hoyt Beard | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Piasecki | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Kingery | 50 | Knee |
| Dr. Justin Knight | 44 | Shoulder |
| Dr. James McIntosh | 23 | Shoulder |
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