Dr. James Lyions, M.D.
Dr. James Lyions is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Maumee, Ohio. Dr. Lyions has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#112 in Ohio) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 57 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Lyions performs near average in knee (41 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Lyions's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (41 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Maumee is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Maumee area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lyions extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 57 in the most recent data, a 235% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lyions's 41 verified procedures is near 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. Lyions Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Maumee, OH 43537
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lyions's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 235% from 17 procedures in 2015 to 57 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. Lyions
How does Dr. Lyions's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lyions has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lyions ranks #141 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lyions perform?
Dr. Lyions's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lyions in Maumee?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Maumee 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. Lyions 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. Lyions's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lyions's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lyions's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2015 to 57 in the most recent data, a 235% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Lyions perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lyions's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lyions affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lyions is affiliated with Mercy Health St Vincent Medical Center, Wood County Hospital.
How does Dr. Lyions compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Maumee?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Maumee, Dr. Lyions ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lyions is among the highest-volume surgeons in Maumee.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lyions practices?
Mercy Health St Vincent Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wood County Hospital (4 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 Maumee, Ohio
Dr. Lyions's 57 Medicare procedures are above the Maumee average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Maumee.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Benjamin Salpietro | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Olson | 28 | Hip, Knee |
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