Dr. Joshua Lindsey, M.D.
Contact & Location
608-348-4330
Platteville, WI 53818
Platteville, WI 53818
Dr. Lindsey performs more knee replacement procedures than 77% of orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #34 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Wisconsin.
About Dr. Lindsey
Practice. Dr. Joshua Lindsey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Platteville, Wisconsin. The latest annual CMS data records 49 knee replacements and 22 hip replacements, 71 procedures in all. That is #34 in Wisconsin for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume peaked at 149 in 2019 and stands at 71 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 49 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Platteville has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Lindsey also holds hospital privileges in WI and IL and IA, a practice that extends beyond Wisconsin.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 14 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 33 |
| 2016 | 12 | 35 |
| 2017 | 16 | 65 |
| 2018 | 30 | 76 |
| 2019 | 42 | 107 |
| 2020 | 40 | 68 |
| 2021 | 35 | 71 |
| 2022 | 39 | 98 |
| 2023 | 53 | 95 |
| 2024 | 22 | 49 |
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. Lindsey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lindsey's recorded volume peaked at 149 procedures in 2019 and stood at 71 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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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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lindsey
How does Dr. Lindsey's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Lindsey has performed 71 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wisconsin average of 51 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lindsey ranks #44 out of 189 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lindsey perform?
Dr. Lindsey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lindsey in Platteville?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Platteville 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 Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lindsey 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. Lindsey's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 71 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. Lindsey's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Lindsey's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 149 procedures in 2019 and was 71 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. Lindsey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lindsey's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lindsey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lindsey is affiliated with Southwest Health Center, Midwest Medical Center, Upland Hills Health, Grant Regional Health Center, Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center. Dr. Lindsey maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Lindsey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Platteville?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Platteville, Dr. Lindsey ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lindsey has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lindsey practices?
Southwest Health Center (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Midwest Medical Center (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upland Hills Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Platteville, Wisconsin
Dr. Lindsey's 71 Medicare procedures are above the Platteville average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Platteville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matti Asuma | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander Strassman | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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