Dr. Alexander Rothy, M.D.
Contact & Location
Johnson City, TN 37604
Dr. Alexander Rothy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Rothy has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #146 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Rothy performs below average in knee (16 vs 46 avg).
Dr. Rothy's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 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.
Johnson City is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Johnson City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Rothy first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2021. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Rothy's 16 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Rothy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rothy has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2021. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rothy
How does Dr. Rothy's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Rothy has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 65 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rothy ranks #191 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rothy perform?
Dr. Rothy's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rothy in Johnson City?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Rothy 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. Rothy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rothy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rothy is affiliated with Sycamore Shoals Hospital, Johnson City Medical Center, Franklin Woods Community Hospital, Holston Valley Medical Center, Johnson County Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Rothy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Johnson City, Dr. Rothy ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Johnson City has 79 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rothy practices?
Sycamore Shoals Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Johnson City Medical Center (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Franklin Woods Community Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Johnson City, Tennessee
Dr. Rothy's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Johnson City average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Johnson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Brashear | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Stewart | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dustin Price | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Hurst | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Gill | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Larry Waldrop | 34 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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