Dr. Suresh Nayak, M.D.
Contact & Location
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Dr. Suresh Nayak is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cincinnati, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Nayak has performed 102 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#16 in Ohio) and 48 hip replacements, for a combined total of 150 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Nayak performs well above average in knee (102 vs 41 avg), above average in hip (48 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Nayak's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (102 cases) and hip replacements (48 cases).
Cincinnati is home to 41 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. Nayak extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 95 to 150 in the most recent data, a 58% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Nayak's 102 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Nayak Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Nayak's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 58% from 95 procedures in 2013 to 150 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. Nayak
How does Dr. Nayak's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Nayak has performed 150 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Nayak ranks #24 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nayak perform?
Dr. Nayak's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (102 cases) and hip replacement (48 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Nayak with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Nayak ranks #16 in Ohio for knee replacement with 102 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 370 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nayak in Cincinnati?
Yes. There are 41 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. Nayak 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. Nayak's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 150 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Nayak's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Nayak's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 95 procedures in 2013 to 150 in the most recent data, a 58% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 150 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Nayak perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Nayak's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (102 cases), hip replacement (48 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nayak affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nayak is affiliated with Christ Hospital, Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital, Mercy Health - West Hospital, Mercy Health - Clermont Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital.
How does Dr. Nayak compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Cincinnati, Dr. Nayak ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Cincinnati has 264 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nayak practices?
Christ Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health-Anderson Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mercy Health - West 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 Cincinnati, Ohio
Dr. Nayak's 150 Medicare procedures are below the Cincinnati average of 166. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cincinnati.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Swank | 264 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Spanyer | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Kirk | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Haleem Chaudhary | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Gunzenhaeuser | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Johansen | 142 | Hip, Knee |
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