Dr. Robert Wetzel, M.D.
Contact & Location
614-488-1816
Grove City, OH 43123
Dr. Wetzel performs more knee replacement procedures than 71% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #86 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Wetzel
Practice. Dr. Robert Wetzel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Grove City, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 50 knee replacements and 32 hip replacements, 82 procedures in all. That is #86 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 58 procedures a year to 82, up 41%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Grove City has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 46 |
| 2022 | 33 | 59 |
| 2023 | 22 | 34 |
| 2024 | 32 | 50 |
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. Wetzel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wetzel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 41% from 58 procedures in 2021 to 82 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. Wetzel
How does Dr. Wetzel's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Wetzel has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wetzel ranks #93 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wetzel perform?
Dr. Wetzel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wetzel in Grove City?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Grove City 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. Wetzel 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. Wetzel's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 350 procedures against the 82 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. Wetzel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wetzel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 58 procedures in 2021 to 82 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 92 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Wetzel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wetzel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wetzel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wetzel is affiliated with Mount Carmel East, Adena Fayette Medical Center, Madison Health, Adena Regional Medical Center, Berger Hospital.
How does Dr. Wetzel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Grove City?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Grove City, Dr. Wetzel ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Wetzel has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wetzel practices?
Mount Carmel East (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adena Fayette Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Madison Health (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 Grove City, Ohio
Dr. Wetzel's 82 Medicare procedures are above the Grove City average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Grove City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Terry Fowler | 72 | Hip |
| Dr. Jeffrey Backes | 45 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Shemory | 16 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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