Dr. Craig Siesel, M.D.
Contact & Location
Hudson, OH 44236
Dr. Craig Siesel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hudson, Ohio. Dr. Siesel has performed 15 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #172 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Siesel performs below average in hip (15 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Siesel's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 15 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Siesel is the only orthopedic surgeon in Hudson represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Siesel first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Siesel's 15 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Siesel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Siesel
How does Dr. Siesel's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Siesel has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Siesel ranks #316 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Siesel perform?
Dr. Siesel's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Siesel's practice located?
Dr. Siesel practices in Hudson, Ohio. The office is located at 1310 Corporate Dr, Hudson, OH 44236. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Siesel for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Siesel 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. Siesel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Siesel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Siesel is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Summa Health System, Summa Western Reserve Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Siesel practices?
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Summa Health System (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Summa Western Reserve Hospital (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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