Dr. Jason Hanna, MD
Contact & Location
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Dr. Jason Hanna is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Hanna has completed 29 knee replacements (#112 in Indiana), 19 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 60 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Hanna performs below average in knee (29 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 31 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Hanna performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (29 cases), followed by hip replacements (19) and shoulder replacements (12).
Fort Wayne is home to 25 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Wayne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Hanna also maintains hospital privileges in IN and OH, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Indiana.
Medicare records for Dr. Hanna extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 60 in the most recent data, a 329% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hanna's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Hanna Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanna's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 329% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 60 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. Hanna
How does Dr. Hanna's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Hanna has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanna ranks #93 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanna perform?
Dr. Hanna performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanna in Fort Wayne?
Yes. There are 25 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hanna 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. Hanna's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hanna's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hanna's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 60 in the most recent data, a 329% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 60 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Hanna perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (19 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Hanna among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hanna affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hanna is affiliated with The Orthopaedic Hospital Of Lutheran Health Networ, Paulding County Hospital, Cameron Health, Lutheran Hospital Of Indiana. Dr. Hanna maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Hanna compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne?
Among the 25 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Wayne, Dr. Hanna ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Wayne has 179 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hanna practices?
The Orthopaedic Hospital Of Lutheran Health Networ (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Paulding County Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Cameron 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 Fort Wayne, Indiana
Dr. Hanna's 60 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Wayne average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Berghoff | 179 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Paul Manalo | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Lynch | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Wright | 81 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jerald Cooper | 77 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Conner | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
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