Dr. Nicholas Kolodychuk, MD
Dr. Nicholas Kolodychuk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Kolodychuk has performed 32 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#67 in Ohio) and 21 knee replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Kolodychuk performs near average in hip (32 vs 31 avg), below average in knee (21 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Kolodychuk's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (32 cases) and knee replacements (21 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. Kolodychuk first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kolodychuk's 32 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Kolodychuk Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Columbus, OH 43203
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Kolodychuk
How does Dr. Kolodychuk's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Kolodychuk has performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kolodychuk ranks #157 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kolodychuk perform?
Dr. Kolodychuk's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases) and knee replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kolodychuk 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. Kolodychuk 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. Kolodychuk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Kolodychuk perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kolodychuk's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (32 cases), knee replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kolodychuk affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kolodychuk is affiliated with Ohio State University Hospitals.
How does Dr. Kolodychuk compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Columbus?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Columbus, Dr. Kolodychuk ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Columbus has 115 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kolodychuk 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. Kolodychuk's 53 Medicare procedures are below 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. Nicholas Greco | 77 | 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 |
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