Dr. Ryan Palmer, D.O.
Dr. Ryan Palmer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Westerville, Ohio. Dr. Palmer has performed 61 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#67 in Ohio) and 37 hip replacements, for a combined total of 98 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Palmer performs above average in knee (61 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (37 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Palmer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (61 cases) and hip replacements (37 cases).
Westerville is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Westerville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Palmer extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 37 to 98 in the most recent data, a 165% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Palmer's 61 verified procedures is above 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. Palmer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Westerville, OH 43081
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Palmer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 165% from 37 procedures in 2016 to 98 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. Palmer
How does Dr. Palmer's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Palmer has performed 98 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Palmer ranks #63 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Palmer perform?
Dr. Palmer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases) and hip replacement (37 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Palmer in Westerville?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Westerville 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. Palmer 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. Palmer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 98 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Palmer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Palmer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 37 procedures in 2016 to 98 in the most recent data, a 165% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Palmer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Palmer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (61 cases), hip replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Palmer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Palmer is affiliated with Dublin Methodist Hospital, Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, Mercy Health-St Rita'S Medical Center, Fairfield Medical Center, Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Palmer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Westerville?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Westerville, Dr. Palmer ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Palmer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Westerville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Palmer practices?
Dublin Methodist Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health-St Rita'S Medical Center (4 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 Westerville, Ohio
Dr. Palmer's 98 Medicare procedures are above the Westerville average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Westerville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryan Chambers | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Gittins | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Stephens | 64 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Kolich | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Szerlip | 30 | Shoulder |
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