Dr. Haleem Chaudhary, MD
Dr. Haleem Chaudhary is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Chaudhary has performed 116 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#9 in Ohio) and 79 hip replacements, for a combined total of 195 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Chaudhary performs well above average in knee (116 vs 40 avg), well above average in hip (79 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Chaudhary's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (116 cases) and hip replacements (79 cases).
Cincinnati is home to 42 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cincinnati area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Chaudhary extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 141 to 195 in the most recent data, a 38% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Chaudhary's 116 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Chaudhary Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cincinnati, OH 45247
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chaudhary's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 38% from 141 procedures in 2013 to 195 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. Chaudhary
How does Dr. Chaudhary's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Chaudhary has performed 195 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chaudhary ranks #8 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chaudhary perform?
Dr. Chaudhary's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases) and hip replacement (79 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Chaudhary with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Chaudhary ranks #9 in Ohio for knee replacement with 116 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 378 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chaudhary in Cincinnati?
Yes. There are 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati 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. Chaudhary 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. Chaudhary's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 195 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chaudhary's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chaudhary's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 141 procedures in 2013 to 195 in the most recent data, a 38% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 240 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Chaudhary perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chaudhary's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases), hip replacement (79 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chaudhary affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chaudhary is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital, Bethesda North.
How does Dr. Chaudhary compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Chaudhary ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Chaudhary is among the highest-volume surgeons in Cincinnati.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chaudhary practices?
Good Samaritan Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bethesda North (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Chaudhary's 195 Medicare procedures are above the Cincinnati average of 174. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 292 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Kirk | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Suresh Nayak | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Spanyer | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Lim | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Johansen | 134 | Hip, Knee |
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