Dr. Ryan McNeilan, M.D.
Contact & Location
419-222-6622
Lima, OH 45804
Dr. McNeilan performs more knee replacement procedures than 53% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #143 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. McNeilan
Practice. Dr. Ryan McNeilan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lima, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 33 knee replacements and 14 shoulder replacements, 47 procedures in all. That is #143 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 47, up 262%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 33 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Lima has 15 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder 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 | 13 | 0 |
| 2022 | 19 | 11 |
| 2023 | 31 | 0 |
| 2024 | 33 | 14 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. McNeilan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McNeilan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 262% from 13 procedures in 2021 to 47 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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Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
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
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McNeilan
How does Dr. McNeilan's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. McNeilan has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. McNeilan ranks #178 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McNeilan perform?
Dr. McNeilan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and shoulder replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McNeilan in Lima?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Lima 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. McNeilan 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. McNeilan's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 190 procedures against the 47 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. McNeilan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McNeilan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2021 to 47 in the most recent data, a 262% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. McNeilan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McNeilan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), shoulder replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McNeilan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McNeilan is affiliated with Wilson Memorial Hospital, Institute For Orthopaedic Surgery, Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital, Mercy Health-St Rita'S Medical Center, Lima Memorial Health System.
How does Dr. McNeilan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lima?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Lima, Dr. McNeilan ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lima has 182 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McNeilan practices?
Wilson Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Institute For Orthopaedic Surgery (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital (3 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 Lima, Ohio
Dr. McNeilan's 47 Medicare procedures are below the Lima average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lima.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Patterson | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffery McMath | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Broering | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Nieman | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Smith | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Layne | 58 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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