Dr. George Muschler, MD
Dr. George Muschler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Muschler has performed 12 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#187 in Ohio) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 23 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Muschler performs below average in hip (12 vs 31 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Muschler's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (12 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Cleveland is home to 43 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cleveland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Muschler's Medicare data spans 6 years, beginning in 2017. Volume peaked at 33 procedures in 2018 before settling at 23 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Muschler's 12 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Muschler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, OH 44195
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Muschler's recorded volume peaked at 33 procedures in 2018 and stood at 23 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Muschler
How does Dr. Muschler's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Muschler has performed 23 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Muschler ranks #276 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Muschler perform?
Dr. Muschler's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (12 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Muschler in Cleveland?
Yes. There are 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland 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. Muschler 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. Muschler's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 23 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Muschler's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Muschler's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 33 procedures in 2018 and was 23 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Muschler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Muschler's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (12 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Muschler compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Muschler ranks #31 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cleveland has 214 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cleveland, Ohio
Dr. Muschler's 23 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bloomfield | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Molloy | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Murray | 167 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kim Stearns | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Ricchetti | 135 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Fitzgerald | 119 | Hip, Knee |
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