Dr. Andrew Carlone, M.D.
Contact & Location
423-624-2696
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Cleveland, TN 37311
Dr. Carlone performs more knee replacement procedures than 56% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #77 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Carlone
Practice. Dr. Andrew Carlone is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 39 knee replacements and 32 hip replacements, 71 procedures in all. That is #77 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Carlone first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 39 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Chattanooga has 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Carlone also holds hospital privileges in TN and GA, a practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 37 procedures in 2023 and 71 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Carlone Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Carlone has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. 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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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Carlone
How does Dr. Carlone's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Carlone has performed 71 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Carlone ranks #77 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Carlone perform?
Dr. Carlone's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and hip replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Carlone in Chattanooga?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Chattanooga 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. Carlone represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Carlone's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 71 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Does Dr. Carlone perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Carlone's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carlone affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Carlone is affiliated with Memorial Healthcare System, Inc, Parkridge Medical Center, Bradley Medical Center, Hamilton Medical Center, Adventhealth Murray. Dr. Carlone maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Carlone compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chattanooga?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Chattanooga, Dr. Carlone ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chattanooga has 311 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Carlone practices?
Memorial Healthcare System, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Parkridge Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bradley Medical Center (2 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 Chattanooga, Tennessee
Dr. Carlone's 71 Medicare procedures are below the Chattanooga average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chattanooga.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Ballard | 311 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Nash | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Higgins | 171 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kristopher Sanders | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Rogers | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Freeman | 96 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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