Dr. Russell Bear, D.O.
Contact & Location
410-768-5555
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
About Dr. Bear
Dr. Russell Bear is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glen Burnie, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Bear performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#119 in Maryland) and 12 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 28 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Bear performs below the state average in knee (16 vs 49), below the state average in shoulder (12 vs 34).
Dr. Bear's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (16 cases) and shoulder replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Bear is the only orthopedic surgeon in Glen Burnie represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Bear extend back to 2016, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 28 in the most recent data, a 133% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Bear's 16 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)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 12 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 15 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 17 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 25 | 11 |
| 2024 | 16 | 12 |
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. Bear Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bear's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 133% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 28 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. Bear
How does Dr. Bear's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Bear has performed 28 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. Bear ranks #118 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bear perform?
Dr. Bear's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (16 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Bear's practice located?
Dr. Bear practices in Glen Burnie, Maryland. The office is located at 200 Hospital Dr, Glen Burnie, MD 21061. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Bear for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bear 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. Bear's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bear's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bear's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2016 to 28 in the most recent data, a 133% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bear perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bear's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bear affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bear is affiliated with Umd Baltimore Washington Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bear practices?
Umd Baltimore Washington Medical Center (4 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.
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