Dr. Jennifer Bayer, M.D.
Contact & Location
Crown Point, IN 46307
Dr. Jennifer Bayer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Crown Point, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Bayer has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #151 in Indiana.
In Indiana, Dr. Bayer performs below average in knee (19 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Bayer's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 19 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.
Crown Point is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Crown Point area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bayer extend back to 2015, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 19 in the most recent data, a 27% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Bayer's 19 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. Bayer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bayer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 27% from 15 procedures in 2015 to 19 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bayer
How does Dr. Bayer's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Bayer has performed 19 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. Bayer ranks #181 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bayer perform?
Dr. Bayer's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bayer in Crown Point?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Crown Point 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. Bayer 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. Bayer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 19 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bayer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bayer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2015 to 19 in the most recent data, a 27% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 24 procedures in 2016.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bayer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bayer is affiliated with St Mary Medical Center Inc, Community Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point, Pinnacle Hospital.
How does Dr. Bayer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Crown Point?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Crown Point, Dr. Bayer ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Crown Point has 111 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bayer practices?
St Mary Medical Center Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Franciscan Health Crown Point (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Crown Point, Indiana
Dr. Bayer's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Crown Point average of 47. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Crown Point.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Kralovec | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Plank | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Guzzo | 38 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Justin Colanese | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Li | 21 | Knee |
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