Dr. Vignesh Alamanda, MD
Contact & Location
703-810-5202
Reston, VA 20190
About Dr. Alamanda
Dr. Vignesh Alamanda is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reston, Virginia. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Alamanda performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#86 in Virginia) and 39 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 83 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Alamanda performs below the state average in knee (44 vs 58), near the state average in hip (39 vs 47).
Dr. Alamanda's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (44 cases) and hip replacements (39 cases).
Reston is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Reston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Alamanda extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 83 in the most recent data, a 337% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Alamanda's 44 verified procedures is near 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 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 19 | 0 |
| 2022 | 52 | 31 |
| 2023 | 36 | 58 |
| 2024 | 39 | 44 |
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. Alamanda Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Alamanda's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 337% from 19 procedures in 2021 to 83 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. Alamanda
How does Dr. Alamanda's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Alamanda has performed 83 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 82 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Alamanda ranks #87 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Alamanda perform?
Dr. Alamanda's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (39 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Alamanda in Reston?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Reston 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. Alamanda 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. Alamanda's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 83 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Alamanda's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Alamanda's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2021 to 83 in the most recent data, a 337% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 94 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Alamanda perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Alamanda's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (39 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alamanda affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Alamanda is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital.
How does Dr. Alamanda compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Reston?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Reston, Dr. Alamanda ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Reston has 166 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Alamanda practices?
Reston Hospital Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Virginia Hospital Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5 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 Reston, Virginia
Dr. Alamanda's 83 Medicare procedures are above the Reston average of 76. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Reeves | 166 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Klein | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Aguiar | 93 | Knee |
| Dr. William Mook | 39 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Aaron Carter | 33 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Fleeter | 19 | Hip |
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