Dr. Young-Min Kwon, MBBS
Dr. Young-Min Kwon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boston, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Kwon has performed 133 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#11 in Massachusetts) and 96 hip replacements, for a combined total of 229 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Kwon performs well above average in knee (133 vs 51 avg), well above average in hip (96 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Kwon's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (133 cases) and hip replacements (96 cases).
Boston is home to 50 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kwon extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 38 to 229 in the most recent data, a 503% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kwon's 133 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Kwon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Contact & Location
Boston, MA 02114
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kwon's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 503% from 38 procedures in 2013 to 229 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. Kwon
How does Dr. Kwon's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Kwon has performed 229 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kwon ranks #8 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kwon perform?
Dr. Kwon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (133 cases) and hip replacement (96 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kwon with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Kwon ranks #11 in Massachusetts for knee replacement with 133 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 202 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kwon in Boston?
Yes. There are 50 orthopedic surgeons in Boston 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. Kwon 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. Kwon's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 229 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kwon's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kwon's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 38 procedures in 2013 to 229 in the most recent data, a 503% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 229 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Kwon perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kwon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (133 cases), hip replacement (96 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kwon affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kwon is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital.
How does Dr. Kwon compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boston?
Among the 50 orthopedic surgeons in Boston, Dr. Kwon ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kwon is among the highest-volume surgeons in Boston.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kwon practices?
Massachusetts General Hospital (5 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 Boston, Massachusetts
Dr. Kwon's 229 Medicare procedures are above the Boston average of 205. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Carl Talmo | 312 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Bono | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Burke | 210 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Smith | 164 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wolfgang Fitz | 156 | Knee |
| Dr. Vivek Shah | 151 | Hip, Knee |
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