Dr. Jonathan Chae, M.D.
Contact & Location
765-284-7738
Muncie, IN 47304
Marion, IN 46952
Zionsville, IN 46077
Dr. Chae performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 44% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #38 of 69 ranked shoulder surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Chae
Practice. Dr. Jonathan Chae is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Muncie, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 17 shoulder replacements. That is #38 in Indiana for shoulder replacement. Dr. Chae also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2009.
Trend. Dr. Chae first appears in the Medicare data in 2019. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 17 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Muncie has 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 11 procedures in 2019 and 17 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Chae Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chae has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2019. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Evidence-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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Chae
How does Dr. Chae's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Chae 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. Chae ranks #188 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chae perform?
Dr. Chae's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chae in Muncie?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Muncie 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. Chae 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Chae's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 17 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chae affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chae is affiliated with Marion General Hospital, Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Chae compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Muncie?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Muncie, Dr. Chae ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Muncie has 105 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chae practices?
Marion General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital (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 Muncie, Indiana
Dr. Chae's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Muncie average of 42. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Muncie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brent Damer | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Cieply | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Jaggers | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rory Sandberg | 34 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Triplet | 14 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Waterman | 12 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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