Dr. Joshua Steward, M.D.
Contact & Location
216-445-3834
Cleveland, OH 44195
About Dr. Steward
Dr. Joshua Steward is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Steward performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#168 in Ohio) and 28 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Steward performs below the state average in knee (28 vs 41), near the state average in hip (28 vs 32).
Dr. Steward's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Cleveland is home to 42 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cleveland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Steward first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Steward's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 14 procedures in 2023 and 56 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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. Steward Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Steward has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Steward
How does Dr. Steward's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Steward has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Steward ranks #151 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Steward perform?
Dr. Steward's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Steward in Cleveland?
Yes. There are 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland 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. Steward 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. Steward's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Steward perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Steward's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Steward affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Steward is affiliated with Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. Dr. Steward maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Steward compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Steward ranks #22 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cleveland has 239 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Steward practices?
Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital (5 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 Cleveland, Ohio
Dr. Steward's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 159. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bloomfield | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Molloy | 197 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Murray | 186 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Erossy | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kim Stearns | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Denzine | 127 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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