Dr. Kumar Amin, MD
Contact & Location
740-283-2062
Steubenville, OH 43952
About Dr. Amin
Dr. Kumar Amin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Steubenville, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Amin performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#145 in Ohio) and 16 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Amin performs below the state average in knee (32 vs 41), below the state average in hip (16 vs 32).
Dr. Amin's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Amin holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Amin is the only orthopedic surgeon in Steubenville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Amin's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 83 procedures in 2023 before settling at 48 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Amin's 32 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)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 | 35 |
| 2014 | 11 | 26 |
| 2015 | 25 | 40 |
| 2016 | 29 | 49 |
| 2017 | 21 | 39 |
| 2018 | 21 | 36 |
| 2019 | 33 | 39 |
| 2020 | 29 | 43 |
| 2021 | 24 | 36 |
| 2022 | 20 | 27 |
| 2023 | 25 | 58 |
| 2024 | 16 | 32 |
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. Amin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Amin's recorded volume peaked at 83 procedures in 2023 and stood at 48 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Amin
How does Dr. Amin's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Amin has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Amin ranks #173 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Amin perform?
Dr. Amin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Where is Dr. Amin's practice located?
Dr. Amin practices in Steubenville, Ohio. The office is located at 4100 Johnson Rd, Steubenville, OH 43952. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Amin for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Amin 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. Amin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Amin's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Amin's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 83 procedures in 2023 and was 48 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Amin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Amin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Amin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Amin is affiliated with Trinity Medical Ctr East &Trinity Medical Ctr West.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Amin practices?
Trinity Medical Ctr East &Trinity Medical Ctr West (2 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.
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