Dr. Benjamin Silver, MD
Contact & Location
Chardon, OH 44024
Dr. Benjamin Silver is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chardon, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Silver has performed 59 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#69 in Ohio) and 35 hip replacements, for a combined total of 94 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Silver performs above average in knee (59 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (35 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Silver's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (59 cases) and hip replacements (35 cases).
Chardon is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chardon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Silver extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 94 in the most recent data, a 683% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Silver's 59 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. Silver Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Silver's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 683% from 12 procedures in 2019 to 94 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. Silver
How does Dr. Silver's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Silver has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Silver ranks #69 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Silver perform?
Dr. Silver's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Silver in Chardon?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Chardon 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. Silver 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. Silver's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 94 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Silver's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Silver's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2019 to 94 in the most recent data, a 683% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 94 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Silver perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Silver's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (59 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Silver affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Silver is affiliated with Uh Regional Hospitals, Lake Health, Uhhs Memorial Hospital Of Geneva, Uh Cleveland Medical Center.
How does Dr. Silver compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chardon?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Chardon, Dr. Silver ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Silver is among the highest-volume surgeons in Chardon.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Silver practices?
Uh Regional Hospitals (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lake Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uhhs Memorial Hospital Of Geneva (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Chardon, Ohio
Dr. Silver's 94 Medicare procedures are above the Chardon average of 49. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chardon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gregory Sarkisian | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kraig Solak | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Kellis | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. J. Martin Leland | 16 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Zimmer | 13 | Shoulder |
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