Dr. John Schnell, M.D.
Dr. John Schnell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bordentown, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Schnell has performed 104 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#23 in New Jersey) and 38 hip replacements, for a combined total of 142 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Schnell performs above average in knee (104 vs 53 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Schnell's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (104 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
Dr. Schnell is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bordentown represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Schnell also maintains hospital privileges in NJ and PA, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond New Jersey.
Medicare records for Dr. Schnell extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 84 to 142 in the most recent data, a 69% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Schnell's 104 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Schnell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Bordentown, NJ 08505
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schnell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 69% from 84 procedures in 2013 to 142 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. Schnell
How does Dr. Schnell's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Schnell has performed 142 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New Jersey average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schnell ranks #27 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schnell perform?
Dr. Schnell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (104 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Where is Dr. Schnell's practice located?
Dr. Schnell practices in Bordentown, New Jersey. The office is located at 100 K Johnson Blvd Ste 202, Bordentown, NJ 08505. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Schnell for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Schnell 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. Schnell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 142 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schnell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schnell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 84 procedures in 2013 to 142 in the most recent data, a 69% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 142 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Schnell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schnell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (104 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schnell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schnell is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell, Rothman Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital Llc. Dr. Schnell maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schnell practices?
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rothman Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital Llc (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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