Dr. Larry Lika, DO
Dr. Larry Lika is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Lika has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#140 in Ohio) and 29 hip replacements, for a combined total of 63 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Lika performs near average in knee (34 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (29 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Lika's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (29 cases).
Cleveland is home to 43 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Lika extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 29 to 63 in the most recent data, a 117% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Lika's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Lika Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, OH 44130
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lika's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 117% from 29 procedures in 2013 to 63 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. Lika
How does Dr. Lika's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lika has performed 63 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lika ranks #119 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lika perform?
Dr. Lika's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lika in Cleveland?
Yes. There are 43 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. Lika 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. Lika's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 63 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lika's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lika's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2013 to 63 in the most recent data, a 117% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Lika perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lika's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lika affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lika is affiliated with Southwest General Health Center, Parma Community General Hospital.
How does Dr. Lika compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 43 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Lika ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cleveland has 214 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lika practices?
Southwest General Health Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Parma Community 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 Cleveland, Ohio
Dr. Lika's 63 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 145. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bloomfield | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Molloy | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Trevor Murray | 167 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kim Stearns | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Ricchetti | 135 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Fitzgerald | 119 | Hip, Knee |
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