Dr. Jonathan Snyder, M.D.
Dr. Jonathan Snyder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Elkin, North Carolina. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Snyder has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#77 in North Carolina) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 65 procedures.
In North Carolina, Dr. Snyder performs near average in knee (47 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 33 avg).
Dr. Snyder's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (47 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Dr. Snyder is the only orthopedic surgeon in Elkin represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Snyder's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 47 to 78 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Snyder's 47 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Snyder Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Contact & Location
Elkin, NC 28621
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Snyder's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 47 to 78 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Snyder
How does Dr. Snyder's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Snyder has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the North Carolina average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Snyder ranks #99 out of 294 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Snyder perform?
Dr. Snyder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Where is Dr. Snyder's practice located?
Dr. Snyder practices in Elkin, North Carolina. The office is located at 400 Johnson Ridge Medical Park, Elkin, NC 28621. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Snyder for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Snyder 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. Snyder's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 65 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Snyder's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Snyder's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 47 to 78 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Snyder perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Snyder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Snyder affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Snyder is affiliated with Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Snyder practices?
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital (3 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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