Hip
Dr. Jason Welter, D.O.
Dr. Jason Welter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Welter has performed 17 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #156 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Welter performs below average in hip (17 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Welter's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 17 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.
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.
Dr. Welter's Medicare record spans 3 years from 2021 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 14 to 17 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Welter's 17 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Welter Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Welter's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 14 to 17 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Welter
How does Dr. Welter's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Welter has performed 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Welter ranks #304 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Welter perform?
Dr. Welter's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Welter 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. Welter 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. Welter's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Welter's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Welter's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 14 to 17 procedures per year between 2021 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Welter affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Welter is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center, Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Osf Saint Luke Medical Center. Dr. Welter maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Welter compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Welter ranks #35 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cincinnati has 292 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Welter practices?
Saint Francis Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Osf Saint Luke Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Welter's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 157. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 292 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Haleem Chaudhary | 195 | 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 |
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