Dr. Andrew Bender, MD
Dr. Andrew Bender is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rockville, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bender has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#108 in Maryland) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Bender performs below average in knee (19 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Bender's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (19 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Rockville is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rockville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bender's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 92 procedures in 2018 before settling at 35 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Bender's 19 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. Bender Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Rockville, MD 20850
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bender's recorded volume peaked at 92 procedures in 2018 and stood at 35 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bender
How does Dr. Bender's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Bender has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Maryland average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Bender ranks #107 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bender perform?
Dr. Bender's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bender in Rockville?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Rockville 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 Maryland surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bender 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. Bender's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bender's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bender's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 92 procedures in 2018 and was 35 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Bender perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bender's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Bender compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rockville?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Rockville, Dr. Bender ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Rockville has 80 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rockville, Maryland
Dr. Bender's 35 Medicare procedures are below the Rockville average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rockville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Hanna | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brett Hampton | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Tariq Nayfeh | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adedapo Ajayi | 24 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Peterson | 22 | Knee |
| Dr. Barry Boden | 22 | Knee |
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