Dr. Joshua Murphy, MD
Dr. Joshua Murphy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Murphy has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#72 in Ohio) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Murphy performs above average in knee (57 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Murphy's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
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. Murphy also maintains hospital privileges in OH and KY, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Ohio.
Medicare records for Dr. Murphy extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 37 to 78 in the most recent data, a 111% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Murphy's 57 verified procedures is above 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. Murphy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cincinnati, OH 45249
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Murphy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 111% from 37 procedures in 2016 to 78 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. Murphy
How does Dr. Murphy's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Murphy has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Murphy ranks #90 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Murphy perform?
Dr. Murphy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Murphy 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. Murphy 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. Murphy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Murphy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Murphy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 37 procedures in 2016 to 78 in the most recent data, a 111% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 96 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Murphy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Murphy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Murphy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Murphy is affiliated with Bethesda North, The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health, Mercy Health - West Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, St Elizabeth Medical Center North. Dr. Murphy maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Murphy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Murphy ranks #14 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. Murphy practices?
Bethesda North (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health - West Hospital (4 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. Murphy's 78 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 166. 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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