Dr. Lee Swiderek, M.D.
Contact & Location
615-885-0200
Hermitage, TN 37076
Dr. Swiderek performs more knee replacement procedures than 93% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 176 ranked knee surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Swiderek
Practice. Dr. Lee Swiderek is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hermitage, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 106 knee replacements. That is #11 in Tennessee for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2014.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 36 procedures a year to 106, up 194%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 106 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Hermitage has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Swiderek also holds hospital privileges in TN and KY and IN, 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 21 | 15 |
| 2022 | 24 | 24 |
| 2023 | 15 | 39 |
| 2024 | 0 | 106 |
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. 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. Swiderek Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Swiderek's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 194% from 36 procedures in 2021 to 106 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Swiderek
How does Dr. Swiderek's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Swiderek has performed 106 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Swiderek ranks #39 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Swiderek perform?
Dr. Swiderek's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 106 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Swiderek with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Swiderek ranks #11 in Tennessee for knee replacement with 106 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 219 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Swiderek in Hermitage?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Hermitage 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. Swiderek 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, which puts Dr. Swiderek's total volume across all insurers at roughly 380 to 460 procedures against the 106 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. Swiderek's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Swiderek's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2021 to 106 in the most recent data, a 194% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 106 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Swiderek affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Swiderek is affiliated with Tristar Summit Medical Center, T J Samson Community Hospital, Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, Deaconess Hospital Inc, The Medical Center At Scottsville. Dr. Swiderek maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Swiderek compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hermitage?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Hermitage, Dr. Swiderek ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Swiderek has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Swiderek practices?
Tristar Summit Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); T J Samson Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Owensboro Health Regional Hospital (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 Hermitage, Tennessee
Dr. Swiderek's 106 Medicare procedures are above the Hermitage average of 51. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hermitage.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Tiffany Feltman Meals | 31 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Kaminsky | 16 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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