Dr. Joel Sorger, M.D.
Contact & Location
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Dr. Joel Sorger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Sorger has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#125 in Ohio) and 32 hip replacements, for a combined total of 67 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Sorger performs near average in knee (35 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (32 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Sorger's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (32 cases).
Cincinnati is home to 41 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Sorger extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 22 to 67 in the most recent data, a 205% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Sorger's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Sorger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sorger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 205% from 22 procedures in 2013 to 67 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. Sorger
How does Dr. Sorger's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Sorger has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sorger ranks #117 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sorger perform?
Dr. Sorger's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sorger in Cincinnati?
Yes. There are 41 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. Sorger 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. Sorger's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sorger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sorger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2013 to 67 in the most recent data, a 205% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 71 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Sorger perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sorger's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sorger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sorger is affiliated with Christ Hospital, Bethesda North, Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mercy Health - Clermont Hospital.
How does Dr. Sorger compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Sorger ranks #16 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cincinnati has 264 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sorger practices?
Christ Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bethesda North (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital (2 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 Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Sorger's 67 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 155. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 264 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Spanyer | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Kirk | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Haleem Chaudhary | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Suresh Nayak | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Gunzenhaeuser | 142 | Hip, Knee |
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