Dr. Peter Helvie, MD
Dr. Peter Helvie is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lynchburg, Virginia. Dr. Helvie has performed 45 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#51 in Virginia) and 35 knee replacements, for a combined total of 80 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Helvie performs near average in hip (45 vs 47 avg), below average in knee (35 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Helvie's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (45 cases) and knee replacements (35 cases).
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.
Dr. Helvie first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Helvie's 45 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Helvie Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Helvie
How does Dr. Helvie's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Helvie has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 83 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Helvie ranks #88 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Helvie perform?
Dr. Helvie's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (45 cases) and knee replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Helvie 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. Helvie 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. Helvie's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Helvie perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Helvie's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (45 cases), knee replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Helvie affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Helvie is affiliated with Centra Health, Inc.
How does Dr. Helvie compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lynchburg?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Lynchburg, Dr. Helvie ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lynchburg has 140 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Helvie practices?
Centra Health, Inc (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 Lynchburg, Virginia
Dr. Helvie's 80 Medicare procedures are below the Lynchburg average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lynchburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gautham Gondi | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Peter Caprise | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Diminick | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Barnard | 99 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Prahinski | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Pramote Malasitt | 49 | Knee, Shoulder |
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