Dr. Justin Colanese, MD
Dr. Justin Colanese is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Crown Point, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Colanese has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#168 in Indiana) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Colanese performs below average in knee (15 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Colanese's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Colanese holds additional credentials in Foot and Ankle Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Crown Point is home to 5 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.
Dr. Colanese first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Colanese's 15 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. Colanese Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Crown Point, IN 46307
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Colanese
How does Dr. Colanese's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Colanese has performed 26 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. Colanese ranks #160 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Colanese perform?
Dr. Colanese's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Colanese in Crown Point?
Yes. There are 5 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. Colanese 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. Colanese's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 26 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Colanese perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Colanese's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Colanese affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Colanese is affiliated with Franciscan Health Crown Point, Franciscan Health Munster, Community Hospital, Franciscan Health Dyer.
How does Dr. Colanese compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Crown Point?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Crown Point, Dr. Colanese ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Colanese is among the highest-volume surgeons in Crown Point.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Colanese practices?
Franciscan Health Crown Point (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Franciscan Health Munster (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). 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. Colanese's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Crown Point average of 51. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Crown Point.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Kralovec | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Plank | 48 | Knee |
| Dr. John Guzzo | 19 | Knee |
| Dr. Jennifer Bayer | 16 | Knee |
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