Dr. Arthur Lee, MD
Contact & Location
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Dr. Arthur Lee is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Lee has performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#141 in Ohio) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Lee performs near average in knee (33 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Lee's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (33 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Cincinnati is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cincinnati area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lee extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 52 in the most recent data, a 160% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Lee's 33 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Lee Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lee's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 160% from 20 procedures in 2013 to 52 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. Lee
How does Dr. Lee's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lee has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lee ranks #159 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lee perform?
Dr. Lee's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lee in Cincinnati?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati 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. Lee 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. Lee's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lee's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lee's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2013 to 52 in the most recent data, a 160% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Lee perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lee's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lee affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Christ Hospital, Mercy Health - Clermont Hospital, Mercy Health - West Hospital.
How does Dr. Lee compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Lee ranks #22 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cincinnati has 264 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lee practices?
Christ Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health - Clermont Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mercy Health - West Hospital (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 Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Lee's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 153. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 264 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Spanyer | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Kirk | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Haleem Chaudhary | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Suresh Nayak | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Gunzenhaeuser | 142 | Hip, Knee |
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