Dr. Darin Nye, M.D.
Dr. Darin Nye is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Findlay, Ohio. Dr. Nye has performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#129 in Ohio) and 18 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Nye performs near average in knee (37 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (18 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Nye's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (37 cases) and shoulder replacements (18 cases).
Findlay is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Findlay area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Nye extend back to 2014, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 55 in the most recent data, a 400% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Nye's 37 verified procedures is near 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. Nye Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Findlay, OH 45840
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nye's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 400% from 11 procedures in 2014 to 55 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. Nye
How does Dr. Nye's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Nye has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nye ranks #152 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nye perform?
Dr. Nye's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and shoulder replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nye in Findlay?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Findlay 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. Nye 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. Nye's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nye's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Nye's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2014 to 55 in the most recent data, a 400% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Nye perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nye's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nye affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nye is affiliated with Mercy Health - Tiffin Hospital, Blanchard Valley Hospital, Memorial Hospital, Fostoria Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Nye compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Findlay?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Findlay, Dr. Nye ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Nye has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nye practices?
Mercy Health - Tiffin Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Blanchard Valley Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hospital (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 Findlay, Ohio
Dr. Nye's 55 Medicare procedures are above the Findlay average of 29. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Findlay.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Hecht | 32 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Steiner | 16 | Hip |
| Dr. James Davidson | 11 | Knee |
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