Dr. John Jelinek, M.D.
Contact & Location
208-743-3523
Lewiston, ID 83501
Dr. Jelinek performs more knee replacement procedures than 88% of orthopedic surgeons in Idaho, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #6 of 52 ranked knee surgeons in Idaho.
About Dr. Jelinek
Practice. Dr. John Jelinek is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lewiston, Idaho. The latest annual CMS data records 71 knee replacements, 32 shoulder replacements, and 27 hip replacements, 130 procedures in all. That is #6 in Idaho for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 38 procedures a year to 130, up 242%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 71 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Lewiston has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Jelinek also holds hospital privileges in ID and WA and OR, a practice that extends beyond Idaho.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 20 | 18 |
| 2014 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| 2015 | 11 | 20 | 11 |
| 2016 | 16 | 24 | 21 |
| 2017 | 15 | 30 | 13 |
| 2018 | 20 | 28 | 18 |
| 2019 | 17 | 47 | 17 |
| 2020 | 24 | 39 | 20 |
| 2021 | 12 | 39 | 17 |
| 2022 | 36 | 50 | 23 |
| 2023 | 33 | 61 | 21 |
| 2024 | 27 | 71 | 32 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Jelinek Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Idaho state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jelinek's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 242% from 38 procedures in 2013 to 130 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. Jelinek
How does Dr. Jelinek's procedure volume compare to other Idaho surgeons?
Dr. Jelinek has performed 130 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Idaho average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Jelinek ranks #6 out of 70 orthopedic surgeons in Idaho.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jelinek perform?
Dr. Jelinek performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (71 cases), shoulder replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Jelinek with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Jelinek ranks #6 in Idaho for knee replacement with 71 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 70 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jelinek in Lewiston?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Lewiston 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 Idaho surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Jelinek 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Jelinek's total volume across all insurers at roughly 420 to 530 procedures against the 130 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. Jelinek's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jelinek's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 38 procedures in 2013 to 130 in the most recent data, a 242% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 130 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Jelinek perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jelinek's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases), shoulder replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Jelinek among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jelinek affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jelinek is affiliated with St Joseph Regional Medical Center, Tri-State Memorial Hospital, St Mary'S Hospital, Wallowa Memorial Hospital, Garfield County Memorial Hospital. Dr. Jelinek maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Jelinek compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lewiston?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Lewiston, Dr. Jelinek ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Jelinek has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jelinek practices?
St Joseph Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tri-State Memorial Hospital (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 Lewiston, Idaho
Dr. Jelinek's 130 Medicare procedures are above the Lewiston average of 91. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lewiston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Regan Hansen | 119 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bryan Beardsley | 113 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Dewayne Weaver | 74 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Gregory Dietrich | 17 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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