Dr. Jason Brown, MD
Dr. Jason Brown is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Norwalk, Ohio. Dr. Brown has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#123 in Ohio) and 19 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Brown performs near average in knee (39 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (19 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Brown's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and shoulder replacements (19 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 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 58 in the most recent data, a 115% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Brown's 39 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. Brown Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Norwalk, OH 44857
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 115% from 27 procedures in 2017 to 58 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. Brown
How does Dr. Brown's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Brown has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brown ranks #138 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brown perform?
Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and shoulder replacement (19 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 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. Brown's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Brown's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2017 to 58 in the most recent data, a 115% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 58 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Brown perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brown's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (19 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, Firelands Regional Medical Center, Magruder Hospital.
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); Firelands Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Magruder Hospital (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 58 Medicare procedures are below the Norwalk average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Norwalk.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Powers | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Pocos | 48 | Hip, Knee |
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