Dr. George Stepanic, DO
Contact & Location
419-547-2810
Clyde, OH 43410
About Dr. Stepanic
Dr. George Stepanic is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Clyde, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Stepanic performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#123 in Ohio) and 15 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Stepanic performs near the state average in knee (36 vs 41), below the state average in hip (15 vs 32).
Dr. Stepanic's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Dr. Stepanic is the only orthopedic surgeon in Clyde 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. Stepanic extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 51 in the most recent data, a 82% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Stepanic's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 28 |
| 2014 | 0 | 28 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 21 |
| 2017 | 0 | 28 |
| 2018 | 0 | 41 |
| 2019 | 0 | 21 |
| 2020 | 0 | 31 |
| 2021 | 0 | 27 |
| 2022 | 22 | 29 |
| 2023 | 13 | 30 |
| 2024 | 15 | 36 |
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. Stepanic Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stepanic's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 82% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 51 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. Stepanic
How does Dr. Stepanic's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Stepanic has performed 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Stepanic ranks #162 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stepanic perform?
Dr. Stepanic's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Where is Dr. Stepanic's practice located?
Dr. Stepanic practices in Clyde, Ohio. The office is located at 112 Independence Way Ste 150, Clyde, OH 43410. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Stepanic for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Stepanic 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. Stepanic's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Stepanic's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stepanic's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 51 in the most recent data, a 82% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 51 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Stepanic perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Stepanic's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stepanic affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stepanic is affiliated with Magruder Hospital, Firelands Regional Medical Center, Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Stepanic practices?
Magruder Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Firelands Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); 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.
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