Dr. Min Lu, MD
Dr. Min Lu is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bethesda, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Lu has performed 25 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#59 in Maryland) and 22 knee replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Lu performs below average in hip (25 vs 40 avg), below average in knee (22 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Lu's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (25 cases) and knee replacements (22 cases).
Bethesda is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bethesda area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Lu also maintains hospital privileges in MD and DC, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Maryland.
Medicare records for Dr. Lu extend back to 2015, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 38 to 47 in the most recent data, a 24% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Lu's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Lu Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Bethesda, MD 20817
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lu's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 24% from 38 procedures in 2015 to 47 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. Lu
How does Dr. Lu's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Lu has performed 47 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. Lu ranks #85 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lu perform?
Dr. Lu's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lu in Bethesda?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda 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. Lu 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. Lu's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lu's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lu's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 38 procedures in 2015 to 47 in the most recent data, a 24% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 61 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Lu perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lu's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases), knee replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lu affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lu is affiliated with Suburban Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Sibley Memorial Hospital, Frederick Health Hospital. Dr. Lu maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Lu compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda, Dr. Lu ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bethesda has 361 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lu practices?
Suburban Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sibley Memorial Hospital (3 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 Bethesda, Maryland
Dr. Lu's 47 Medicare procedures are below the Bethesda average of 114. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bethesda.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Cannova | 361 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sridhar Durbhakula | 215 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Schluntz | 58 | Knee |
| Dr. Carey Politzer | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Bhattacharyya | 38 | Hip |
| Dr. Craig Miller | 38 | Shoulder |
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