Dr. Ryan Cieply, M.D.
Contact & Location
765-284-7738
Muncie, IN 47304
Dr. Cieply performs more knee replacement procedures than 61% of orthopedic surgeons in Indiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #72 of 188 ranked knee surgeons in Indiana.
About Dr. Cieply
Practice. Dr. Ryan Cieply is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Muncie, Indiana. The latest annual CMS data records 42 knee replacements and 25 hip replacements, 67 procedures in all. That is #72 in Indiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 15 and 94 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 42 procedures is near the national average of 45.
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 Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 29 | 45 |
| 2014 | 0 | 15 |
| 2015 | 13 | 20 |
| 2016 | 16 | 23 |
| 2017 | 25 | 41 |
| 2018 | 51 | 38 |
| 2019 | 29 | 53 |
| 2020 | 30 | 43 |
| 2021 | 35 | 32 |
| 2022 | 42 | 52 |
| 2023 | 35 | 53 |
| 2024 | 25 | 42 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Cieply Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cieply's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 94 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cieply
How does Dr. Cieply's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Cieply has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cieply ranks #73 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cieply perform?
Dr. Cieply's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cieply 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. Cieply 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Cieply's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 280 procedures against the 67 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.
Has Dr. Cieply's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cieply's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 94 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Cieply perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cieply's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cieply affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cieply is affiliated with Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Ascension St Vincent Anderson, Iu Health Jay, Reid Health, Marion General Hospital.
How does Dr. Cieply compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Muncie?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Muncie, Dr. Cieply ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cieply is among the highest-volume surgeons in Muncie.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cieply practices?
Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ascension St Vincent Anderson (2 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. Cieply's 67 Medicare procedures are above 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 Jaggers | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rory Sandberg | 34 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Chae | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jacob Triplet | 14 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Waterman | 12 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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