Dr. Raymond Acus, M.D.
Dr. Raymond Acus is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. Dr. Acus has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#113 in Ohio) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Acus performs near average in knee (41 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Acus's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Cuyahoga Falls is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cuyahoga Falls area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Acus extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 36 to 53 in the most recent data, a 47% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Acus's 41 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. Acus Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Acus's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 47% from 36 procedures in 2013 to 53 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Acus
How does Dr. Acus's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Acus has performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Acus ranks #161 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Acus perform?
Dr. Acus's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Acus in Cuyahoga Falls?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Cuyahoga Falls 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. Acus 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. Acus's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Acus's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Acus's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 36 procedures in 2013 to 53 in the most recent data, a 47% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 72 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Acus perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Acus's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Acus affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Acus is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Summa Western Reserve Hospital.
How does Dr. Acus compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cuyahoga Falls?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Cuyahoga Falls, Dr. Acus ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Acus is among the highest-volume surgeons in Cuyahoga Falls.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Acus practices?
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Summa Western Reserve Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Dr. Acus's 53 Medicare procedures are below the Cuyahoga Falls average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cuyahoga Falls.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Scully | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Jackson | 29 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Myer | 29 | Knee |
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