Dr. Ronald Mineo, M.D.
Dr. Ronald Mineo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kent, Ohio. Dr. Mineo has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#209 in Ohio) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Mineo performs below average in knee (22 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Mineo's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Kent is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kent area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mineo extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 33 in the most recent data, a 65% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Mineo's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Mineo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Kent, OH 44240
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mineo's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 65% from 20 procedures in 2013 to 33 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. Mineo
How does Dr. Mineo's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Mineo has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Mineo ranks #230 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mineo perform?
Dr. Mineo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mineo in Kent?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kent 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. Mineo 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. Mineo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mineo's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mineo's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2013 to 33 in the most recent data, a 65% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 48 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Mineo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mineo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mineo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mineo is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Summa Western Reserve Hospital.
How does Dr. Mineo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kent?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kent, Dr. Mineo ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mineo is among the highest-volume surgeons in Kent.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mineo 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 Kent, Ohio
Dr. Mineo's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Kent average of 35. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kent.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Pakan | 41 | Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Nelman | 30 | Knee, Shoulder |
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