Dr. Tyler Ames, M.D.
Contact & Location
Youngstown, OH 44504
Dr. Tyler Ames is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Youngstown, Ohio. Dr. Ames has performed 17 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #148 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Ames performs below average in hip (17 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Ames's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 17 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Youngstown is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Youngstown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ames first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ames's 17 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Ames Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ames
How does Dr. Ames's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Ames has performed 17 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. Ames ranks #297 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ames perform?
Dr. Ames's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ames in Youngstown?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Youngstown 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. Ames 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. Ames's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 17 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ames affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ames is affiliated with Surgical Hospital At Southwoods, Mh St Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.
How does Dr. Ames compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Youngstown?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Youngstown, Dr. Ames ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Youngstown has 102 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ames practices?
Surgical Hospital At Southwoods (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mh St Elizabeth Boardman Hospital (3 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 Youngstown, Ohio
Dr. Ames's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Youngstown average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Youngstown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Jamison | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karl Kuwik | 102 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Weimer | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Stefancin | 90 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Joseph | 60 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Stefko | 14 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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