Dr. Anthony Frogameni, M.D.
Contact & Location
Toledo, OH 43615
Dr. Anthony Frogameni is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Toledo, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Frogameni has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#71 in Ohio) and 22 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 79 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Frogameni performs above average in knee (57 vs 41 avg), below average in shoulder (22 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Frogameni's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and shoulder replacements (22 cases).
Toledo is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Toledo area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Frogameni also maintains hospital privileges in OH and MI, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Ohio.
Dr. Frogameni's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2022 before settling at 79 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Frogameni's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Frogameni Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Frogameni's recorded volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2022 and stood at 79 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Frogameni
How does Dr. Frogameni's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Frogameni has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Frogameni ranks #98 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Frogameni perform?
Dr. Frogameni's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and shoulder replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Frogameni in Toledo?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Toledo 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Frogameni 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. Frogameni's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 79 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Frogameni's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Frogameni's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2022 and was 79 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Frogameni perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Frogameni's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Frogameni affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Frogameni is affiliated with Toledo Hospital The, Promedica Charles And Virginia Hickman Hospital, Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital. Dr. Frogameni maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Frogameni compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Toledo?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Toledo, Dr. Frogameni ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Toledo has 168 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Frogameni practices?
Toledo Hospital The (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Promedica Charles And Virginia Hickman Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Toledo, Ohio
Dr. Frogameni's 79 Medicare procedures are below the Toledo average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Toledo.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Tyler Vovos | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gehling | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Ervin | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Satheesh Ramineni | 105 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Levine | 65 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Foetisch | 50 | Knee, Shoulder |
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