Dr. Nicholas Greco, M.D.
Dr. Nicholas Greco is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Greco has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#85 in Ohio) and 30 hip replacements, for a combined total of 77 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Greco performs near average in knee (47 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (30 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Greco's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (47 cases) and hip replacements (30 cases).
Columbus is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Columbus area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Greco's Medicare data spans 7 years, beginning in 2017. Volume peaked at 135 procedures in 2018 before settling at 77 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Greco's 47 verified procedures is near 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. Greco Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Columbus, OH 43203
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Greco's recorded volume peaked at 135 procedures in 2018 and stood at 77 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. Greco
How does Dr. Greco's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Greco has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Greco ranks #91 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Greco perform?
Dr. Greco's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Greco in Columbus?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus 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. Greco 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. Greco's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 77 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Greco's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Greco's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 135 procedures in 2018 and was 77 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. Greco perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Greco's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Greco affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Greco is affiliated with Ohio State University Hospitals.
How does Dr. Greco compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbus?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus, Dr. Greco ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Greco is among the highest-volume surgeons in Columbus.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Greco practices?
Ohio State University Hospitals (3 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 Columbus, Ohio
Dr. Greco's 77 Medicare procedures are above the Columbus average of 67. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Columbus.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Graham Pallante | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lance Maynard | 61 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Chonko | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julie Bishop | 55 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Reeves | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Kolodychuk | 53 | Hip, Knee |
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