Dr. Jason Zlotnicki, M.D.
Contact & Location
704-865-0077
Gastonia, NC 28054
Belmont, NC 28012
Dr. Zlotnicki performs more knee replacement procedures than 70% of orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #67 of 228 ranked knee surgeons in North Carolina.
About Dr. Zlotnicki
Dr. Jason Zlotnicki is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gastonia, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Zlotnicki performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#67 in North Carolina) and 26 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 74 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Zlotnicki performs near the state average in knee (48 vs 44), below the state average in hip (26 vs 33).
Dr. Zlotnicki's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (48 cases) and hip replacements (26 cases).
Gastonia is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gastonia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Zlotnicki extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 29 to 74 in the most recent data, a 155% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Zlotnicki's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 15 | 14 |
| 2023 | 36 | 25 |
| 2024 | 26 | 48 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Zlotnicki Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zlotnicki's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 155% from 29 procedures in 2022 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Zlotnicki
How does Dr. Zlotnicki's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Zlotnicki has performed 74 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Zlotnicki ranks #74 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zlotnicki perform?
Dr. Zlotnicki's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zlotnicki in Gastonia?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Gastonia 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Zlotnicki represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Zlotnicki's total volume across all insurers at roughly 250 to 310 procedures against the 74 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Zlotnicki's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Zlotnicki's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2022 to 74 in the most recent data, a 155% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 74 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Zlotnicki perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zlotnicki's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zlotnicki affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zlotnicki is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Zlotnicki compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gastonia?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Gastonia, Dr. Zlotnicki ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Zlotnicki is among the highest-volume surgeons in Gastonia.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zlotnicki practices?
Caromont Regional 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 Gastonia, North Carolina
Dr. Zlotnicki's 74 Medicare procedures are below the Gastonia average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gastonia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Henry Thomason | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Prater | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ranjan Maitra | 28 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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