Dr. Joseph Guth, M.D.
Contact & Location
419-347-4177
Shelby, OH 44875
About Dr. Guth
Dr. Joseph Guth is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Shelby, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Guth completed 57 knee replacements (#73 in Ohio), 20 hip replacements, and 17 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 94 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Guth performs above the state average in knee (57 vs 41), below the state average in hip (20 vs 32), below the state average in shoulder (17 vs 29).
Dr. Guth performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (57 cases), followed by hip replacements (20) and shoulder replacements (17).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Guth holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Guth is the only orthopedic surgeon in Shelby represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Guth extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 27 to 94 in the most recent data, a 248% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Guth's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| 2014 | 15 | 28 | 0 |
| 2015 | 17 | 33 | 0 |
| 2016 | 15 | 29 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 24 | 0 |
| 2018 | 21 | 28 | 0 |
| 2019 | 23 | 26 | 0 |
| 2020 | 17 | 24 | 11 |
| 2021 | 22 | 42 | 11 |
| 2022 | 22 | 31 | 13 |
| 2023 | 20 | 46 | 0 |
| 2024 | 20 | 57 | 17 |
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. Guth Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Guth's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 248% from 27 procedures in 2013 to 94 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. Guth
How does Dr. Guth's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Guth has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Guth ranks #71 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Guth perform?
Dr. Guth performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Where is Dr. Guth's practice located?
Dr. Guth practices in Shelby, Ohio. The office is located at 24 Morris Rd, Shelby, OH 44875. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Guth for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Guth 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. Guth's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 94 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Guth's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Guth's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2013 to 94 in the most recent data, a 248% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 94 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Guth perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Guth's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Guth among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Guth affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Guth is affiliated with Marion General Hospital, Ohiohealth Morrow County Hospital, Ohiohealth Shelby Hospital, Ohiohealth Mansfield Hospital, Bucyrus Community Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Guth practices?
Marion General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ohiohealth Shelby 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.
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