Dr. Nirav Patel, MD
Contact & Location
Bethesda, MD 20817
Dr. Nirav Patel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bethesda, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Patel has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#115 in Maryland) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Patel performs below average in knee (17 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Patel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Bethesda is home to 11 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. Patel also maintains hospital privileges in DC and MD, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Maryland.
Medicare records for Dr. Patel extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 31 in the most recent data, a 158% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Patel's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Patel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Patel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 158% from 12 procedures in 2020 to 31 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. Patel
How does Dr. Patel's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Patel has performed 31 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. Patel ranks #111 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Patel perform?
Dr. Patel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Patel in Bethesda?
Yes. There are 11 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. Patel 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. Patel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Patel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Patel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2020 to 31 in the most recent data, a 158% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 31 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Patel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Patel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Patel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Patel is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Johns Hopkins Hospital, The. Dr. Patel maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Patel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Bethesda, Dr. Patel ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bethesda has 397 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Patel practices?
Sibley Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Johns Hopkins Hospital, The (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Bethesda, Maryland
Dr. Patel's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Bethesda average of 140. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bethesda.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Cannova | 397 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sridhar Durbhakula | 230 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carey Politzer | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Shian Peterson | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Min Lu | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Schluntz | 67 | Knee |
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