Dr. Dominic Peters, MD
Contact & Location
330-337-8739
Salem, OH 44460
About Dr. Peters
Dr. Dominic Peters is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salem, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Peters performed 99 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in Ohio) and 72 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 171 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Peters performs well above the state average in knee (99 vs 41), well above the state average in hip (72 vs 32).
Dr. Peters's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (99 cases) and hip replacements (72 cases).
Dr. Peters is the only orthopedic surgeon in Salem represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Peters extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 171 in the most recent data, a 714% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Peters's 99 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 21 | 0 |
| 2016 | 23 | 0 |
| 2017 | 53 | 28 |
| 2018 | 75 | 62 |
| 2019 | 83 | 69 |
| 2020 | 76 | 59 |
| 2021 | 81 | 63 |
| 2022 | 78 | 78 |
| 2023 | 72 | 91 |
| 2024 | 72 | 99 |
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. Peters Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Peters's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 714% from 21 procedures in 2015 to 171 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. Peters
How does Dr. Peters's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Peters has performed 171 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Peters ranks #15 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Peters perform?
Dr. Peters's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases) and hip replacement (72 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Peters with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Peters ranks #18 in Ohio for knee replacement with 99 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 370 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Peters's practice located?
Dr. Peters practices in Salem, Ohio. The office is located at 1995 E State St, Salem, OH 44460. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Peters for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Peters 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. Peters's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 171 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Peters's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Peters's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2015 to 171 in the most recent data, a 714% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 171 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Peters perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Peters's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases), hip replacement (72 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Peters affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Peters is affiliated with Salem Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Peters practices?
Salem Regional Medical Center (2 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.
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