Dr. Lucas Burton, M.D.
Contact & Location
615-329-6600
Nashville, TN 37209
Dr. Burton performs more hip replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #29 of 119 ranked hip surgeons in Tennessee.
About Dr. Burton
Practice. Dr. Lucas Burton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Nashville, Tennessee. The latest annual CMS data records 48 hip replacements and 34 knee replacements, 82 procedures in all. That is #29 in Tennessee for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 28 procedures a year to 82, up 193%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 48 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Nashville has 37 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Burton also holds hospital privileges in TN and KY, a practice that extends beyond Tennessee.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 13 | 15 |
| 2015 | 31 | 19 |
| 2016 | 16 | 20 |
| 2017 | 16 | 0 |
| 2018 | 22 | 18 |
| 2019 | 33 | 58 |
| 2020 | 37 | 33 |
| 2021 | 38 | 40 |
| 2022 | 39 | 35 |
| 2023 | 49 | 40 |
| 2024 | 48 | 34 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 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. Burton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Burton's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 193% from 28 procedures in 2014 to 82 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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Burton
How does Dr. Burton's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Burton has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Burton ranks #60 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Burton perform?
Dr. Burton's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (48 cases) and knee replacement (34 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Burton in Nashville?
Yes. There are 37 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. Burton 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Burton's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 340 procedures against the 82 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. Burton's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Burton's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2014 to 82 in the most recent data, a 193% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 91 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Burton perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Burton's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (48 cases), knee replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Burton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Burton is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital, Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Jennie Stuart Medical Center, Tristar Summit Medical Center. Dr. Burton maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Burton compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Nashville?
Among the 37 orthopedic surgeons in Nashville, Dr. Burton ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Nashville has 265 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Burton practices?
Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tristar Centennial Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jennie Stuart Medical Center (1 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 Nashville, Tennessee
Dr. Burton's 82 Medicare procedures are below the Nashville average of 148. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Nashville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Deboer | 265 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Hodrick | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Raab | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jefferson Morrison | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Mayes | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Carpenter | 120 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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