Dr. Charles Mess is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Mess has performed 15 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #80 in Maryland.
Dr. Mess has recorded 15 Medicare fee-for-service procedures. Medicare data represents approximately one-third of all joint replacements nationwide, so these counts reflect only a portion of a surgeon's full practice. Maryland has 161 orthopedic surgeons in the current dataset.
Dr. Mess's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 15 verified procedures in 2023. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Columbia is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Columbia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mess
How does Dr. Mess's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Mess has performed 15 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. Mess ranks #145 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mess perform?
Dr. Mess's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mess in Columbia?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Columbia 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. Mess 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. Mess's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Columbia, Maryland
Compare Dr. Mess's volume with other surgeons practicing in Columbia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Umasuthan Srikumaran | 79 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Lucas Nikkel | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Layug | 37 | Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Tang | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Ira Gelb | 12 | Knee |
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