Dr. John Fritch, M.D.
Dr. John Fritch is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edgewood, Kentucky. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Fritch has performed 24 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#30 in Kentucky) and 23 knee replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Kentucky, Dr. Fritch performs below average in hip (24 vs 33 avg), below average in knee (23 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Fritch's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (24 cases) and knee replacements (23 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Fritch holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Edgewood is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Edgewood area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Fritch first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Fritch's 24 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Fritch Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Contact & Location
Edgewood, KY 41017
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fritch has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fritch
How does Dr. Fritch's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Fritch has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kentucky average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Fritch ranks #53 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fritch perform?
Dr. Fritch's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (24 cases) and knee replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fritch in Edgewood?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Edgewood 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Fritch 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. Fritch's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Fritch perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fritch's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (24 cases), knee replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fritch affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fritch is affiliated with St Elizabeth Florence, St Elizabeth Medical Center North, St Elizabeth Ft Thomas, St Elizabeth Grant.
How does Dr. Fritch compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edgewood?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Edgewood, Dr. Fritch ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Fritch is among the highest-volume surgeons in Edgewood.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fritch practices?
St Elizabeth Florence (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Elizabeth Medical Center North (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Elizabeth Ft Thomas (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Edgewood, Kentucky
Dr. Fritch's 47 Medicare procedures are below the Edgewood average of 82. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edgewood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Matthew Hummel | 189 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Grunkemeyer | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bruce Holladay | 27 | Knee |
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