Dr. Justin Lea, M.D.
Contact & Location
Perryburg, OH 43551
Dr. Justin Lea is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Perryburg, Ohio. Dr. Lea has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #302 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Lea performs below average in knee (11 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Lea's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 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.
Dr. Lea is the only orthopedic surgeon in Perryburg represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Lea first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Lea's 11 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. Lea Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lea has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lea
How does Dr. Lea's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lea has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lea ranks #366 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lea perform?
Dr. Lea's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Lea's practice located?
Dr. Lea practices in Perryburg, Ohio. The office is located at 1620 Brigham Dr., Perryburg, OH 43551. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Lea for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lea 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. Lea's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lea affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lea is affiliated with Toledo Hospital The, Mercy Health St Vincent Medical Center, Bay Park Community Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lea practices?
Toledo Hospital The (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health St Vincent Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bay Park Community 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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