Knee
Dr. Jason Ummel, D.O.
Dr. Jason Ummel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wabash, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Ummel has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #158 in Indiana.
In Indiana, Dr. Ummel performs below average in knee (17 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Ummel's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 17 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Ummel is the only orthopedic surgeon in Wabash represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Ummel first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ummel's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Ummel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Wabash, IN 46992
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Nutrition and Recovery After Joint ReplacementHow protein intake, anti-inflammatory foods, hydration, and targeted supplements support bone healing and tissue repair after surgery.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ummel
How does Dr. Ummel's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Ummel has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Ummel ranks #187 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ummel perform?
Dr. Ummel's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Ummel's practice located?
Dr. Ummel practices in Wabash, Indiana. The office is located at 1655 N Cass St, Wabash, IN 46992. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Ummel for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ummel 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. Ummel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ummel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ummel is affiliated with Parkview Wabash Hospital, Inc, Parkview Logansport Hospital, Inc, Ascension St Vincent Kokomo.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ummel practices?
Parkview Wabash Hospital, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars); Parkview Logansport Hospital, Inc (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ascension St Vincent Kokomo (3 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.
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