Dr. Conrad Ivie, MD
Dr. Conrad Ivie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Ivie has performed 106 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#4 in Tennessee) and 86 knee replacements, for a combined total of 192 procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Ivie performs well above average in hip (106 vs 36 avg), above average in knee (86 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Ivie's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (106 cases) and knee replacements (86 cases).
Knoxville is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Knoxville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ivie extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 44 to 192 in the most recent data, a 336% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ivie's 106 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36, ranking #116 nationally.
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. Ivie Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Knoxville, TN 37923
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ivie's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 336% from 44 procedures in 2014 to 192 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ivie
How does Dr. Ivie's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Ivie has performed 192 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ivie ranks #8 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ivie perform?
Dr. Ivie's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (106 cases) and knee replacement (86 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Ivie with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Ivie ranks #4 in Tennessee for hip replacement with 106 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 214 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ivie in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville 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. Ivie 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. Ivie's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 192 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ivie's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ivie's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 44 procedures in 2014 to 192 in the most recent data, a 336% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 192 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ivie perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ivie's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (106 cases), knee replacement (86 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ivie affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ivie is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center, Fort Loudon Medical Center, Blount Memorial Hospital, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Roane Medical Center.
How does Dr. Ivie compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Knoxville, Dr. Ivie ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ivie is among the highest-volume surgeons in Knoxville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ivie practices?
Parkwest Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fort Loudon Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars); Blount Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Knoxville, Tennessee
Dr. Ivie's 192 Medicare procedures are below the Knoxville average of 193. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Herman Botero | 341 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harold Cates | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sherrell | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Dilworth | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Yau | 133 | Hip, Knee |
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