Dr. Jacob Calcei, M.D.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, OH 44106
Dr. Jacob Calcei is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Calcei has performed 13 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #90 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Calcei performs below average in shoulder (13 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Calcei's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Cleveland is home to 42 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. Calcei first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Calcei's 13 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Calcei Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Calcei
How does Dr. Calcei's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Calcei has performed 13 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. Calcei ranks #346 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Calcei perform?
Dr. Calcei's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Calcei in Cleveland?
Yes. There are 42 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. Calcei 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. Calcei's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Calcei affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Calcei is affiliated with University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center, University Hospitals Portage Medical Center, Lake Health Beachwood Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Summa Western Reserve Hospital.
How does Dr. Calcei compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Calcei ranks #38 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cleveland has 239 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Calcei practices?
University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Hospitals Portage Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lake Health Beachwood Medical Center (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 Cleveland, Ohio
Dr. Calcei's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 153. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bloomfield | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Molloy | 197 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Murray | 186 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Erossy | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kim Stearns | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Denzine | 127 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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