Dr. Ryan Smith, M.D.
Dr. Ryan Smith is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lima, Ohio. Dr. Smith has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#180 in Ohio) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 46 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Smith performs below average in knee (26 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Smith's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Lima is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lima area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Smith extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 46 in the most recent data, a 207% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Smith's 26 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. Smith Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Lima, OH 45804
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 207% from 15 procedures in 2020 to 46 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. Smith
How does Dr. Smith's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Smith has performed 46 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Smith ranks #174 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Smith perform?
Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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. Smith's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 46 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Smith's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2020 to 46 in the most recent data, a 207% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 46 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Smith perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Smith's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Smith affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Institute For Orthopaedic Surgery, Mercy Health - Tiffin Hospital, Wyandot Memorial Hospital, Blanchard Valley Hospital, Mercy Health-St Rita'S Medical Center.
How does Dr. Smith compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lima?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Lima, Dr. Smith ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lima has 165 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Smith practices?
Institute For Orthopaedic Surgery (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health - Tiffin Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wyandot Memorial Hospital (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 Lima, Ohio
Dr. Smith's 46 Medicare procedures are below the Lima average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lima.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Patterson | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Broering | 129 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffery McMath | 122 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Nieman | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Layne | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Haman | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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