Who is the top-ranked shoulder replacement surgeon in Ohio?

Eric Ricchetti in Cleveland is the highest-volume shoulder replacement surgeon in Ohio with 135 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 Ohio surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many shoulder replacement surgeons are in Ohio?

Ohio has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform shoulder replacement, with a combined 1,428 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our Ohio shoulder replacement rankings performs 57 procedures annually. Top cities include Cleveland, Cincinnati, Akron.

What is the average cost of shoulder replacement in Ohio?

For Medicare beneficiaries in Ohio, out-of-pocket costs for shoulder replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Reverse shoulder replacement may cost slightly more than anatomic replacement.

Does Medicare cover shoulder replacement surgery in Ohio?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary shoulder replacement surgery in Ohio. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 Ohio surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right shoulder replacement surgeon in Ohio?

Compare Ohio shoulder replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in Ohio performs 135 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like reverse shoulder replacement when appropriate; (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for shoulder replacement?

Initial recovery from shoulder replacement takes 6-8 weeks with arm support in a sling. Full recovery including strength and range of motion takes 6-12 months. Physical therapy typically continues for 3-6 months. Ohio shoulder surgeons provide comprehensive rehabilitation protocols.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for shoulder replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume shoulder replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 50+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our Ohio rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in Ohio have the best shoulder replacement surgeons?

The top cities for shoulder replacement surgery in Ohio include Cleveland, Cincinnati, Akron. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced shoulder replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Shoulder Replacement Surgeons in Ohio

1

State Rank

NPI: 1548320310

Eric Ricchetti

Cleveland

OH

135

Verified Cases

1548320310

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1831276187

Robert Rolf

Cincinnati

OH

101

Verified Cases

1831276187

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1205868973

Curtis Noel

Akron

OH

93

Verified Cases

1205868973

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1003826546

Joseph Mileti

Upper Arlington

OH

90

Verified Cases

1003826546

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1548239858

James Latshaw

Upper Arlington

OH

76

Verified Cases

1548239858

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1306845151

Paul Favorito

Cincinnati

OH

66

Verified Cases

1306845151

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1760667810

Jason Hurst

New Albany

OH

65

Verified Cases

1760667810

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1770741902

Scott Stephens

Westerville

OH

64

Verified Cases

1770741902

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1831332659

Jonathan Streit

Akron

OH

59

Verified Cases

1831332659

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1811967003

Samir Patel

Lima

OH

57

Verified Cases

1811967003

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1427016211

John Henry

Marietta

OH

56

Verified Cases

1427016211

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1942266564

Julie Bishop

Columbus

OH

55

Verified Cases

1942266564

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1073889051

Vahid Entezari, M.D. M.M.SC

Philadelphia

PA

Also practices here via Cleveland Clinic

51

Verified Cases

1073889051

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1023017886

Paul Nitz

Dayton

OH

50

Verified Cases

1023017886

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1053525907

Robert Gillespie

Cleveland

OH

42

Verified Cases

1053525907

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1710982053

Samer Hasan, M.D., PH.D.

Crestview Hills

KY

Also practices here via The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health

42

Verified Cases

1710982053

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1487869806

Andrew Islam

Cincinnati

OH

39

Verified Cases

1487869806

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1295786770

Reuben Gobezie

Cleveland

OH

38

Verified Cases

1295786770

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1609376482

Matthew Noble

Fairlawn

OH

37

Verified Cases

1609376482

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1770560625

Andre Wolanin

Parma

OH

37

Verified Cases

1770560625

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1467895425

Jason Ho

Cleveland

OH

36

Verified Cases

1467895425

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1538409131

Michael Edgerton

Lima

OH

36

Verified Cases

1538409131

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1659783934

Nicholas Callahan, D.O.

Erie

PA

Also practices here via Southwest General Health Center

36

Verified Cases

1659783934

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1497987838

Andrew Razzano

Miamisburg

OH

35

Verified Cases

1497987838

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1972724755

Trevor Wilkes

Cincinnati

OH

32

Verified Cases

1972724755

NPI

Procedure:

Shoulder Replacement

TOP 25 Shoulder Replacement Surgeons in Ohio

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Eric Ricchetti

Robert Rolf

Curtis Noel

Joseph Mileti

James Latshaw

Paul Favorito

Jason Hurst

Scott Stephens

Jonathan Streit

Samir Patel

John Henry

Julie Bishop

Vahid Entezari, M.D. M.M.SC

Paul Nitz

Robert Gillespie

Samer Hasan, M.D., PH.D.

Andrew Islam

Reuben Gobezie

Matthew Noble

Andre Wolanin

Jason Ho

Michael Edgerton

Nicholas Callahan, D.O.

Andrew Razzano

Trevor Wilkes

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