Dr. Kurt Unverferth, MD
Dr. Kurt Unverferth is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Upper Arlington, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Unverferth has performed 83 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#30 in Ohio) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 108 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Unverferth performs well above average in knee (83 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (25 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Unverferth's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Upper Arlington is home to 9 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. Unverferth extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 82 to 108 in the most recent data, a 32% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Unverferth's 83 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. Unverferth Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Upper Arlington, OH 43220
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Unverferth's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 32% from 82 procedures in 2013 to 108 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. Unverferth
How does Dr. Unverferth's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Unverferth has performed 108 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Unverferth ranks #50 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Unverferth perform?
Dr. Unverferth's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (83 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Unverferth in Upper Arlington?
Yes. There are 9 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. Unverferth 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. Unverferth's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 108 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Unverferth's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Unverferth's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 82 procedures in 2013 to 108 in the most recent data, a 32% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 136 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Unverferth perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Unverferth's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (83 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Unverferth affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Unverferth is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hospital, Marion General Hospital.
How does Dr. Unverferth compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Upper Arlington?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Upper Arlington, Dr. Unverferth ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Upper Arlington has 208 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Unverferth 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); Marion General Hospital (4 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. Unverferth's 108 Medicare procedures are below the Upper Arlington average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Upper Arlington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Vivek Sahai | 208 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael McShane | 171 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Campbell | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rahul Biyani | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Melaragno | 106 | Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Mileti | 90 | Shoulder |
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