Dr. Jonas Rudzki, M.D.
Contact & Location
301-882-2000
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Dr. Rudzki performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 64% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #13 of 37 ranked shoulder surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Rudzki
Practice. Dr. Jonas Rudzki is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chevy Chase, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 36 shoulder replacements. That is #13 in Maryland for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 15 procedures a year to 36, up 140%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 36 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Chevy Chase has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 36 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Rudzki Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rudzki's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 140% from 15 procedures in 2015 to 36 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rudzki
How does Dr. Rudzki's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Rudzki has performed 36 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Maryland average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Rudzki ranks #101 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rudzki perform?
Dr. Rudzki's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 36 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Rudzki with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Rudzki ranks #13 in Maryland for shoulder replacement with 36 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 166 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rudzki in Chevy Chase?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Chevy Chase 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. Rudzki 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Rudzki's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 36 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. Rudzki's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rudzki's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2015 to 36 in the most recent data, a 140% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rudzki affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rudzki is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, George Washington Univ Hospital. Dr. Rudzki maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Rudzki compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chevy Chase?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Chevy Chase, Dr. Rudzki ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chevy Chase has 206 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rudzki practices?
Sibley Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); George Washington Univ Hospital (1 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 Chevy Chase, Maryland
Dr. Rudzki's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Chevy Chase average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chevy Chase.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gautam Siram | 206 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Melvin | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Antoni Goral | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marc Connell | 70 | Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Scully | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Zohair Alam | 48 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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