Shoulder
Dr. James Nemunaitis, D.O.
Dr. James Nemunaitis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Nemunaitis has performed 20 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #52 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Nemunaitis performs below average in shoulder (20 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Nemunaitis's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 20 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.
Meadville is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Meadville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Nemunaitis first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Nemunaitis's 20 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Nemunaitis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Meadville, PA 16335
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nemunaitis
How does Dr. Nemunaitis's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Nemunaitis has performed 20 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Nemunaitis ranks #309 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nemunaitis perform?
Dr. Nemunaitis's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nemunaitis in Meadville?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Meadville 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Nemunaitis 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. Nemunaitis's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nemunaitis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nemunaitis is affiliated with Meadville Medical Center, Titusville Area Hospital.
How does Dr. Nemunaitis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Meadville?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Meadville, Dr. Nemunaitis ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Meadville has 171 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nemunaitis practices?
Meadville Medical Center (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 Meadville, Pennsylvania
Dr. Nemunaitis's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Meadville average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Meadville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeremy Gebhart | 171 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Molli | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Frndak | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Seon | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Milam | 12 | Knee |
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