Dr. Keith Lawhorn, MD
Contact & Location
Fairfax, VA 22033
Dr. Keith Lawhorn is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fairfax, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Lawhorn has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#119 in Virginia) and 14 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Lawhorn performs below average in knee (27 vs 58 avg), below average in shoulder (14 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Lawhorn's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and shoulder replacements (14 cases).
Fairfax is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fairfax area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lawhorn extend back to 2016, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 41 in the most recent data, a 128% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Lawhorn's 27 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. Lawhorn Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lawhorn's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 128% from 18 procedures in 2016 to 41 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lawhorn
How does Dr. Lawhorn's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Lawhorn has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 82 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lawhorn ranks #139 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lawhorn perform?
Dr. Lawhorn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and shoulder replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lawhorn in Fairfax?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fairfax 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. Lawhorn 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. Lawhorn's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lawhorn's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lawhorn's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2016 to 41 in the most recent data, a 128% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 41 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Lawhorn perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lawhorn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Lawhorn compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fairfax?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Fairfax, Dr. Lawhorn ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fairfax has 292 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fairfax, Virginia
Dr. Lawhorn's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Fairfax average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fairfax.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Boyd | 292 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Campbell | 154 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Novak | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Elshaday Belay | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hrishikesh Gogineni | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Miyamoto | 36 | Shoulder |
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