Dr. Joseph Mileti, MD
Contact & Location
Upper Arlington, OH 43220
Dr. Joseph Mileti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Upper Arlington, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Mileti has performed 90 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #4 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Mileti performs well above average in shoulder (90 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Mileti's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 90 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.
Upper Arlington is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Upper Arlington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mileti extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 46 to 90 in the most recent data, a 96% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mileti's 90 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 29, ranking #62 nationally.
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. Mileti Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mileti's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 96% from 46 procedures in 2013 to 90 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 Shoulder 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.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mileti
How does Dr. Mileti's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Mileti has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mileti ranks #80 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mileti perform?
Dr. Mileti's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 90 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Mileti with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Mileti ranks #4 in Ohio for shoulder replacement with 90 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 370 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mileti in Upper Arlington?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Upper Arlington 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. Mileti 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. Mileti's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mileti's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mileti's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 46 procedures in 2013 to 90 in the most recent data, a 96% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 115 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mileti affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mileti is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hospital, Dublin Methodist Hospital, Mary Rutan Hospital.
How does Dr. Mileti compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Upper Arlington?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Upper Arlington, Dr. Mileti ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Upper Arlington has 204 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mileti practices?
Riverside Methodist Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Dublin Methodist Hospital (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 Upper Arlington, Ohio
Dr. Mileti's 90 Medicare procedures are below the Upper Arlington average of 132. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Upper Arlington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Campbell | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vivek Sahai | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rahul Biyani | 172 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kurt Unverferth | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Melaragno | 96 | Knee |
| Dr. James Latshaw | 66 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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