Dr. Russell Bear, D.O.
Dr. Russell Bear is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glen Burnie, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Bear has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#87 in Maryland) and 11 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Bear performs below average in knee (25 vs 50 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Bear's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and shoulder replacements (11 cases).
Glen Burnie is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Glen Burnie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bear extend back to 2016, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 36 in the most recent data, a 200% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Bear's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Bear Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bear's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 200% from 12 procedures in 2016 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.
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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 36 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. Bear ranks #103 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bear perform?
Dr. Bear's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and shoulder replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bear in Glen Burnie?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Glen Burnie 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. 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 36 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 36 in the most recent data, a 200% increase over 4 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 (25 cases), shoulder replacement (11 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.
How does Dr. Bear compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Glen Burnie?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Glen Burnie, Dr. Bear ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bear is among the highest-volume surgeons in Glen Burnie.
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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Glen Burnie, Maryland
Dr. Bear's 36 Medicare procedures are above the Glen Burnie average of 30. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Glen Burnie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Hal Crane | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Amir Moinfar | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Hugh House | 12 | Knee |
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