Dr. David Holst, MD
Contact & Location
804-379-2414
Midlothian, VA 23114
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Dr. Holst performs more knee replacement procedures than 72% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #50 of 183 ranked knee surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Holst
Dr. David Holst is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Midlothian, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Holst performed 74 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#50 in Virginia) and 40 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 114 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Holst performs above the state average in knee (74 vs 58), near the state average in hip (40 vs 47).
Dr. Holst's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (74 cases) and hip replacements (40 cases).
Midlothian is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Midlothian area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Holst extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 26 to 114 in the most recent data, a 338% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Holst's 74 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 12 | 14 |
| 2018 | 20 | 12 |
| 2019 | 30 | 31 |
| 2020 | 30 | 43 |
| 2021 | 26 | 44 |
| 2022 | 24 | 25 |
| 2023 | 52 | 63 |
| 2024 | 40 | 74 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Holst Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Holst's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 338% from 26 procedures in 2017 to 114 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. Holst
How does Dr. Holst's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Holst has performed 114 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Holst ranks #57 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Holst perform?
Dr. Holst's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases) and hip replacement (40 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Holst in Midlothian?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Midlothian 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Holst 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Holst's total volume across all insurers at roughly 390 to 480 procedures against the 114 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. Holst's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Holst's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 26 procedures in 2017 to 114 in the most recent data, a 338% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 115 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Holst perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Holst's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases), hip replacement (40 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Holst affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Holst is affiliated with Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center, Cjw Medical Center, Bon Secours St Marys Hospital, Bon Secours Southside Medical Center.
How does Dr. Holst compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Midlothian?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Midlothian, Dr. Holst ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Holst is among the highest-volume surgeons in Midlothian.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Holst practices?
Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cjw Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bon Secours St Marys Hospital (3 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 Midlothian, Virginia
Dr. Holst's 114 Medicare procedures are below the Midlothian average of 136. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Midlothian.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Glenn Kerr | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Kiritsis | 92 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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