Dr. Andrew Wodowski, M.D.
Contact & Location
901-641-3000
Memphis, TN 38120
Germantown, TN 38138
Southaven, MS 38671
Dr. Wodowski performs more knee replacement procedures than 89% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Wodowski
Practice. Dr. Andrew Wodowski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 87 knee replacements and 56 hip replacements, 143 procedures in all. That is #19 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 44 procedures a year to 143, up 225%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 87 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Memphis has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Wodowski also holds hospital privileges in TN and MS, a practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 21 | 23 |
| 2019 | 25 | 19 |
| 2020 | 29 | 40 |
| 2021 | 35 | 62 |
| 2022 | 47 | 116 |
| 2023 | 52 | 109 |
| 2024 | 56 | 87 |
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. Wodowski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wodowski's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 225% from 44 procedures in 2018 to 143 in the most recent data.
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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wodowski
How does Dr. Wodowski's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Wodowski has performed 143 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wodowski ranks #20 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wodowski perform?
Dr. Wodowski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (87 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Wodowski with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Wodowski ranks #19 in Tennessee for knee replacement with 87 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 219 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wodowski in Memphis?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Memphis 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. Wodowski 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. Wodowski's total volume across all insurers at roughly 480 to 600 procedures against the 143 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.
Has Dr. Wodowski's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wodowski's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 44 procedures in 2018 to 143 in the most recent data, a 225% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 163 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Wodowski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wodowski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (87 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wodowski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wodowski is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto, Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis. Dr. Wodowski maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Wodowski compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Memphis?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Memphis, Dr. Wodowski ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wodowski has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wodowski practices?
Baptist Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto (2 out of 5 CMS stars); Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis (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 Memphis, Tennessee
Dr. Wodowski's 143 Medicare procedures are above the Memphis average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Memphis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Owen Tabor | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bailey | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Neel | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Weiss | 52 | Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Giel | 49 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jay Saenz | 26 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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