Dr. Herman Botero is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. In 2023, Dr. Botero performed 260 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#1 in Tennessee) and 81 hip replacements, for a combined total of 341 procedures.
With 341 total procedures, Dr. Botero ranks in the top 0% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, where the average surgeon performs 65 Medicare-verified procedures per year. That is more than 5x the statewide average.
Dr. Botero's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Knoxville is home to 24 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Botero
How does Dr. Botero's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Botero performed 341 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 5x the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Botero ranks #2 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Botero perform?
Dr. Botero's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (260 cases) and hip replacement (81 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Botero with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Botero ranks #1 in Tennessee for knee replacement with 260 Medicare-verified procedures in 2023. This high ranking among 203 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Botero in Knoxville?
Yes. There are 24 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. Botero represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Botero's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 341 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Knoxville, Tennessee
Compare Dr. Botero's volume with other surgeons practicing in Knoxville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Nadaud | 194 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Conrad Ivie | 192 | 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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