Dr. Vivek Chadayammuri
Contact & Location
Plano, TX 75093
Dr. Vivek Chadayammuri is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Plano, Texas. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Chadayammuri has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#352 in Texas) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Chadayammuri performs below average in knee (20 vs 42 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Chadayammuri's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Plano is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Plano area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Chadayammuri extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 22 to 39 in the most recent data, a 77% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Chadayammuri's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Chadayammuri Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chadayammuri's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 77% from 22 procedures in 2022 to 39 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Chadayammuri
How does Dr. Chadayammuri's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Chadayammuri has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Texas average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Chadayammuri ranks #301 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chadayammuri perform?
Dr. Chadayammuri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chadayammuri in Plano?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Plano 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Chadayammuri 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. Chadayammuri's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chadayammuri's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chadayammuri's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2022 to 39 in the most recent data, a 77% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Chadayammuri perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chadayammuri's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Chadayammuri compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Plano?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Plano, Dr. Chadayammuri ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Plano has 301 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Plano, Texas
Dr. Chadayammuri's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Plano average of 157. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Plano.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Khalid Yousuf | 301 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roger Emerson | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Montgomery | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Barrington | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Wright | 136 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Reitman | 106 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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