Dr. Jason Brown, MD
Contact & Location
419-663-5000
Norwalk, OH 44857
Dr. Brown performs more knee replacement procedures than 63% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #110 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Brown
Dr. Jason Brown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Norwalk, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Brown performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#110 in Ohio) and 24 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 61 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Brown performs near the state average in knee (37 vs 41), near the state average in shoulder (24 vs 29).
Dr. Brown's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (37 cases) and shoulder replacements (24 cases).
Norwalk is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Norwalk area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Brown extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 61 in the most recent data, a 126% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brown's 37 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 | 13 |
| 2018 | 12 | 21 |
| 2019 | 13 | 22 |
| 2020 | 17 | 20 |
| 2021 | 12 | 13 |
| 2022 | 32 | 17 |
| 2023 | 39 | 19 |
| 2024 | 37 | 24 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Brown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 126% from 27 procedures in 2017 to 61 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brown
How does Dr. Brown's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Brown has performed 61 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brown ranks #138 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brown perform?
Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and shoulder replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brown in Norwalk?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Norwalk 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. Brown represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Brown's total volume across all insurers at roughly 200 to 240 procedures against the 61 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Brown's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2017 to 61 in the most recent data, a 126% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 61 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Brown perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brown affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Fisher-Titus Hospital, Magruder Hospital, Firelands Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Brown compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Norwalk?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Norwalk, Dr. Brown ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brown is among the highest-volume surgeons in Norwalk.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brown practices?
Fisher-Titus Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Norwalk, Ohio
Dr. Brown's 61 Medicare procedures are above the Norwalk average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Norwalk.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Powers | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Pocos | 34 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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