Dr. John Jelinek, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. John Jelinek is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lewiston, Idaho. In 2023, Dr. Jelinek completed 61 knee replacements (#9 in Idaho), 33 hip replacements, and 21 shoulder replacements — 115 total Medicare-verified procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Idaho.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
61 verified cases
#9 in Idaho
Hip Replacement
33 verified cases
#13 in Idaho
Shoulder Replacement
21 verified cases
#14 in Idaho

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Jelinek

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (115 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Jelinek, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 208-743-3523
320 Warner Dr
Lewiston, ID 83501
NPI: 1568410025
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
⚽ Sports medicine specialist
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.