Dr. Ramon Esteban, M.D.
Contact & Location
540-332-5850
Fishersville, VA 22939
Dr. Esteban performs more knee replacement procedures than 53% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #85 of 183 ranked knee surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Esteban
Practice. Dr. Ramon Esteban is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fishersville, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 45 knee replacements and 18 hip replacements, 63 procedures in all. That is #85 in Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 101 in 2022 and stands at 63 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 45 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Fishersville has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 41 | 50 |
| 2014 | 30 | 45 |
| 2015 | 30 | 36 |
| 2016 | 35 | 61 |
| 2017 | 27 | 61 |
| 2018 | 34 | 49 |
| 2019 | 28 | 48 |
| 2020 | 20 | 49 |
| 2021 | 21 | 44 |
| 2022 | 32 | 69 |
| 2023 | 30 | 58 |
| 2024 | 18 | 45 |
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. Esteban Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Esteban's recorded volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2022 and stood at 63 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Esteban
How does Dr. Esteban's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Esteban has performed 63 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. Esteban ranks #101 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Esteban perform?
Dr. Esteban's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Esteban in Fishersville?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Fishersville 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. Esteban 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. Esteban's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 270 procedures against the 63 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. Esteban's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Esteban's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2022 and was 63 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Esteban perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Esteban's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (45 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Esteban affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Esteban is affiliated with Augusta Health, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva Health Sciences Center.
How does Dr. Esteban compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fishersville?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Fishersville, Dr. Esteban ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fishersville has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Esteban practices?
Augusta Health (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Rmh Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uva Health Sciences 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 Fishersville, Virginia
Dr. Esteban's 63 Medicare procedures are below the Fishersville average of 90. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fishersville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Pereles | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Geoffrey Rieser | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Greenwell | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jack Otteni | 49 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Dean | 26 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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