Dr. Gautham Gondi, MD
Dr. Gautham Gondi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lynchburg, Virginia. Dr. Gondi has performed 116 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#22 in Virginia) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 140 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Gondi performs well above average in knee (116 vs 58 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Gondi's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 83% of reported Medicare volume.
Lynchburg is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lynchburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gondi extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 108 to 140 in the most recent data, a 30% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gondi's 116 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Gondi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gondi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 30% from 108 procedures in 2013 to 140 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gondi
How does Dr. Gondi's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Gondi has performed 140 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Virginia average of 83 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gondi ranks #39 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gondi perform?
Dr. Gondi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gondi in Lynchburg?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Lynchburg 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. Gondi 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. Gondi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 140 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gondi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gondi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 108 procedures in 2013 to 140 in the most recent data, a 30% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 143 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Gondi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gondi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gondi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gondi is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. Dr. Gondi maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Gondi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lynchburg?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Lynchburg, Dr. Gondi ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gondi has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gondi practices?
Lexington Medical Center (4 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 Lynchburg, Virginia
Dr. Gondi's 140 Medicare procedures are above the Lynchburg average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lynchburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Peter Caprise | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Diminick | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Barnard | 99 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Peter Helvie | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Prahinski | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Pramote Malasitt | 49 | Knee, Shoulder |
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