Dr. Steven Goldfarb, M.D.
Dr. Steven Goldfarb is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dr. Goldfarb has performed 62 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#62 in Ohio) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 90 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Goldfarb performs above average in knee (62 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (28 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Goldfarb's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (62 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Cincinnati is home to 42 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cincinnati area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Goldfarb extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 90 in the most recent data, a 592% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Goldfarb's 62 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. Goldfarb Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Goldfarb's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 592% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 90 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. Goldfarb
How does Dr. Goldfarb's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Goldfarb has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Goldfarb ranks #73 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Goldfarb perform?
Dr. Goldfarb's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Goldfarb in Cincinnati?
Yes. There are 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati 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. Goldfarb 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. Goldfarb's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Goldfarb's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Goldfarb's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 90 in the most recent data, a 592% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 90 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Goldfarb perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Goldfarb's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Goldfarb affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Goldfarb is affiliated with Bethesda North, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Goldfarb compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 42 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Goldfarb ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cincinnati has 292 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Goldfarb practices?
Bethesda North (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Good Samaritan Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital (5 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 Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Goldfarb's 90 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 168. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 292 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Haleem Chaudhary | 195 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Kirk | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Suresh Nayak | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Spanyer | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Lim | 138 | Hip, Knee |
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