Dr. Douglas Chonko, D.O.
Contact & Location
614-293-2663
Columbus, OH 43203
Dr. Chonko performs more knee replacement procedures than 39% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #184 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Chonko
Practice. Dr. Douglas Chonko is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 25 knee replacements and 15 hip replacements, 40 procedures in all. That is #184 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume has held between 24 and 59 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 25 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Columbus has 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 | 28 |
| 2014 | 25 | 24 |
| 2015 | 16 | 30 |
| 2016 | 19 | 40 |
| 2017 | 25 | 28 |
| 2018 | 23 | 22 |
| 2019 | 11 | 13 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 14 | 13 |
| 2022 | 18 | 25 |
| 2023 | 20 | 35 |
| 2024 | 15 | 25 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Chonko Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chonko's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 24 to 59 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Chonko
How does Dr. Chonko's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Chonko has performed 40 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. Chonko ranks #199 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chonko perform?
Dr. Chonko's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chonko in Columbus?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus 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. Chonko represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Chonko's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 40 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Chonko's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Chonko's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 24 to 59 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Chonko perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chonko's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chonko affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chonko is affiliated with Ohio State University Hospitals, Genesis Hospital.
How does Dr. Chonko compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbus?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus, Dr. Chonko ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbus has 103 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chonko practices?
Ohio State University Hospitals (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Genesis 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Columbus, Ohio
Dr. Chonko's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Columbus average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbus.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lance Maynard | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julie Bishop | 78 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Beal | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Greco | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Miller | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Kolodychuk | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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