Dr. Joseph Hanna, MD
Contact & Location
Rockville, MD 20850
Dr. Joseph Hanna is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rockville, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Hanna has performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#57 in Maryland) and 31 hip replacements, for a combined total of 74 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Hanna performs near average in knee (43 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (31 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Hanna's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (43 cases) and hip replacements (31 cases).
Rockville is home to 5 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Hanna extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 74 in the most recent data, a 164% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hanna's 43 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Hanna Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanna's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 164% from 28 procedures in 2014 to 74 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. Hanna
How does Dr. Hanna's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Hanna has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanna ranks #58 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanna perform?
Dr. Hanna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanna in Rockville?
Yes. There are 5 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. Hanna 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. Hanna's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 74 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hanna's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hanna's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2014 to 74 in the most recent data, a 164% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 80 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Hanna perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanna's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hanna affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hanna is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.
How does Dr. Hanna compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rockville?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Rockville, Dr. Hanna ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hanna is among the highest-volume surgeons in Rockville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hanna practices?
Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center (2 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 Rockville, Maryland
Dr. Hanna's 74 Medicare procedures are above the Rockville average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rockville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brett Hampton | 109 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Barry Boden | 27 | Knee |
| Dr. Mark Peterson | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. Adedapo Ajayi | 24 | Knee, Shoulder |
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