Dr. Andrew Carlone, MD
Contact & Location
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Dr. Andrew Carlone is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chattanooga, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Carlone has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#77 in Tennessee) and 32 hip replacements, for a combined total of 71 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Carlone performs near average in knee (39 vs 46 avg), near average in hip (32 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Carlone's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and hip replacements (32 cases).
Chattanooga is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chattanooga area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Carlone also maintains hospital privileges in TN and GA, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Dr. Carlone first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Carlone's 39 verified procedures is near 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. 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.
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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 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. Carlone's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 71 procedures shown here.
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. 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 |
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