Dr. Mark McElroy, M.D.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, OH 44106
Dr. Mark McElroy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. McElroy has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#236 in Ohio) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 34 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. McElroy performs below average in knee (17 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 32 avg).
Dr. McElroy's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. McElroy holds additional credentials in Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
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. McElroy first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. McElroy's 17 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. McElroy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McElroy has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McElroy
How does Dr. McElroy's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. McElroy has performed 34 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. McElroy ranks #226 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McElroy perform?
Dr. McElroy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McElroy 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. McElroy 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. McElroy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. McElroy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McElroy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McElroy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McElroy is affiliated with University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Lake Health Beachwood Medical Center, University Hospitals Portage Medical Center, Uh Regional Hospitals.
How does Dr. McElroy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. McElroy ranks #27 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. McElroy practices?
University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uh Cleveland Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lake Health Beachwood Medical Center (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. McElroy's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Cleveland average of 156. 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 |
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