Knee
Dr. Ginger Holt, MD
Dr. Ginger Holt is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Holt has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #153 in Tennessee.
In Tennessee, Dr. Holt performs below average in knee (14 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Holt's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 14 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.
Nashville is home to 35 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Nashville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Holt's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 31 procedures in 2019 before settling at 14 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Holt's 14 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Holt Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Nashville, TN 37203
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Holt's recorded volume peaked at 31 procedures in 2019 and stood at 14 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Holt
How does Dr. Holt's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Holt has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Tennessee average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Holt ranks #193 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Holt perform?
Dr. Holt's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Holt in Nashville?
Yes. There are 35 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville 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. Holt 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. Holt's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Holt's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Holt's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 31 procedures in 2019 and was 14 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Holt affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Holt is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center.
How does Dr. Holt compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Nashville?
Among the 35 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville, Dr. Holt ranks #32 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Nashville has 238 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Holt practices?
Tristar Centennial Medical Center (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 Nashville, Tennessee
Dr. Holt's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Nashville average of 150. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Nashville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Deboer | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Hodrick | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jefferson Morrison | 165 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Raab | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Shell | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Karpos | 142 | Hip, Knee |
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