Dr. Chad Broering, M.D.
Dr. Chad Broering is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lima, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Broering has completed 61 knee replacements (#66 in Ohio), 56 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 129 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Broering performs above average in knee (61 vs 40 avg), above average in hip (56 vs 31 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Broering performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (61 cases), followed by hip replacements (56) and shoulder replacements (12).
Lima is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lima area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Broering extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 129 in the most recent data, a 659% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Broering's 61 verified procedures is above 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. Broering Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Lima, OH 45804
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Broering's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 659% from 17 procedures in 2019 to 129 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. Broering
How does Dr. Broering's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Broering has performed 129 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Broering ranks #32 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Broering perform?
Dr. Broering performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (61 cases), hip replacement (56 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Broering in Lima?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Lima 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. Broering 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. Broering's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 129 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Broering's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Broering's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2019 to 129 in the most recent data, a 659% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 129 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Broering perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Broering's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases), hip replacement (56 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Broering among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Broering affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Broering is affiliated with Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital, Institute For Orthopaedic Surgery, Grand Lake Health System, Mercy Health-St Rita'S Medical Center, Van Wert County Hospital.
How does Dr. Broering compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lima?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Lima, Dr. Broering ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Broering is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lima.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Broering practices?
Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Institute For Orthopaedic Surgery (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Grand Lake Health System (3 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 Lima, Ohio
Dr. Broering's 129 Medicare procedures are above the Lima average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lima.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Patterson | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffery McMath | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Nieman | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Layne | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Haman | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samir Patel | 57 | Shoulder |
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