Dr. Phillip Lewandowski, M.D.
Contact & Location
330-668-4040
Akron, OH 44333
Dr. Lewandowski performs more knee replacement procedures than 93% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Lewandowski
Dr. Phillip Lewandowski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Akron, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Lewandowski performed 99 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#19 in Ohio) and 56 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 155 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Lewandowski performs well above the state average in knee (99 vs 41), above the state average in hip (56 vs 32).
Dr. Lewandowski's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (99 cases) and hip replacements (56 cases).
Akron is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Akron area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lewandowski extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 83 to 155 in the most recent data, a 87% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lewandowski's 99 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 32 | 51 |
| 2014 | 41 | 44 |
| 2015 | 34 | 61 |
| 2016 | 54 | 80 |
| 2017 | 60 | 66 |
| 2018 | 44 | 92 |
| 2019 | 58 | 89 |
| 2020 | 44 | 73 |
| 2021 | 56 | 77 |
| 2022 | 54 | 68 |
| 2023 | 73 | 87 |
| 2024 | 56 | 99 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Lewandowski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lewandowski's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 87% from 83 procedures in 2013 to 155 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lewandowski
How does Dr. Lewandowski's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Lewandowski has performed 155 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lewandowski ranks #20 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lewandowski perform?
Dr. Lewandowski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Lewandowski with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Lewandowski ranks #19 in Ohio for knee replacement with 99 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 370 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lewandowski in Akron?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Akron 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. Lewandowski represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Lewandowski's total volume across all insurers at roughly 520 to 650 procedures against the 155 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Lewandowski's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lewandowski's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 83 procedures in 2013 to 155 in the most recent data, a 87% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 160 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Lewandowski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lewandowski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (99 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lewandowski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lewandowski is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Union Hospital, Akron General Medical Center, Wooster Community Hospital, Summa Health System.
How does Dr. Lewandowski compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Akron?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Akron, Dr. Lewandowski ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lewandowski has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lewandowski practices?
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Union Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Akron General Medical Center (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 Akron, Ohio
Dr. Lewandowski's 155 Medicare procedures are above the Akron average of 83. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Akron.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ian Gradisar | 100 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Curtis Noel | 95 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Kiel Pfefferle | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Combs | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Streit | 50 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Kantaras | 31 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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