Dr. Jacob Drew, M.D.
Contact & Location
781-890-2133
Waltham, MA 02451
Dr. Drew performs more knee replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #39 of 160 ranked knee surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Drew
Dr. Jacob Drew is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Waltham, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Drew performed 69 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#39 in Massachusetts) and 42 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 111 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Drew performs above the state average in knee (69 vs 50), near the state average in hip (42 vs 44).
Dr. Drew's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (69 cases) and hip replacements (42 cases).
Waltham is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Waltham area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Drew extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 50 to 111 in the most recent data, a 122% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Drew's 69 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 | 30 |
| 2014 | 30 | 59 |
| 2015 | 18 | 0 |
| 2016 | 31 | 27 |
| 2017 | 19 | 22 |
| 2018 | 26 | 32 |
| 2019 | 37 | 54 |
| 2020 | 39 | 28 |
| 2021 | 55 | 48 |
| 2022 | 57 | 51 |
| 2023 | 60 | 63 |
| 2024 | 42 | 69 |
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. Drew Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Drew's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 122% from 50 procedures in 2013 to 111 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Drew
How does Dr. Drew's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Drew has performed 111 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Drew ranks #48 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Drew perform?
Dr. Drew's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases) and hip replacement (42 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Drew in Waltham?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Waltham 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Drew 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. Drew's total volume across all insurers at roughly 370 to 470 procedures against the 111 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. Drew's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Drew's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 50 procedures in 2013 to 111 in the most recent data, a 122% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 123 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Drew perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Drew's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (42 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Drew affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Drew is affiliated with New England Baptist Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham.
How does Dr. Drew compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Waltham?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Waltham, Dr. Drew ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Waltham has 345 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Drew practices?
New England Baptist Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham (4 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 Waltham, Massachusetts
Dr. Drew's 111 Medicare procedures are below the Waltham average of 184. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Waltham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Geoffrey Van Flandern | 345 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Nairus | 210 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Jawa | 183 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Braziel | 171 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Kirsch | 81 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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