Dr. Jason Zlotnicki, M.D.
Dr. Jason Zlotnicki is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gastonia, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Zlotnicki has performed 36 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#60 in North Carolina) and 25 knee replacements, for a combined total of 61 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Zlotnicki performs near average in hip (36 vs 33 avg), below average in knee (25 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Zlotnicki's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (36 cases) and knee replacements (25 cases).
Gastonia is home to 6 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.
Dr. Zlotnicki first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Zlotnicki's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Zlotnicki Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Gastonia, NC 28054
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zlotnicki has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Zlotnicki
How does Dr. Zlotnicki's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Zlotnicki has performed 61 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Zlotnicki ranks #110 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zlotnicki perform?
Dr. Zlotnicki's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases) and knee replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zlotnicki in Gastonia?
Yes. There are 6 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 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. Zlotnicki's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 61 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Zlotnicki perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zlotnicki's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases), knee replacement (25 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 6 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 61 Medicare procedures are above the Gastonia average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gastonia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Henry Thomason | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Prater | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ranjan Maitra | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Erik Johnson | 20 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Prato | 18 | Knee |
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