Dr. Neel Jain, M.D.
Dr. Neel Jain is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Michigan City, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Jain has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#121 in Indiana) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Jain performs below average in knee (27 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Jain's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Michigan City is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Michigan City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Jain extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Jain's 27 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. Jain Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Michigan City, IN 46360
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jain's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 264% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 40 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. Jain
How does Dr. Jain's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Jain has performed 40 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. Jain ranks #129 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jain perform?
Dr. Jain's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jain in Michigan City?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan City 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. Jain 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. Jain's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jain's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jain's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Jain perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Jain's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jain affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jain is affiliated with Franciscan Health Michigan City, Northwest Health-La Porte, St Mary Medical Center Inc, Northwest Health- Porter.
How does Dr. Jain compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Michigan City?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan City, Dr. Jain ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Jain has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jain practices?
Franciscan Health Michigan City (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwest Health-La Porte (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Mary Medical Center Inc (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 Michigan City, Indiana
Dr. Jain's 40 Medicare procedures are above the Michigan City average of 24. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Michigan City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Hartson | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Joel McClurg | 16 | Knee |
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