Dr. Mark Lembach, M.D.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, OH 44130
Dr. Mark Lembach is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Lembach has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #290 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Lembach performs below average in knee (12 vs 41 avg).
Dr. Lembach's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 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.
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. Lembach first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2021. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Lembach's 12 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. Lembach Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lembach has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2021. 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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lembach
How does Dr. Lembach's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lembach has performed 12 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. Lembach ranks #355 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lembach perform?
Dr. Lembach's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lembach 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. Lembach 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. Lembach's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lembach affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lembach is affiliated with Southwest General Health Center.
How does Dr. Lembach compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Lembach ranks #41 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. Lembach practices?
Southwest General Health Center (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cleveland, Ohio
Dr. Lembach's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 153. 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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