Dr. Jeffrey Cherian, D.O.
Contact & Location
Lancaster, PA 17601
Dr. Jeffrey Cherian is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Cherian has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#169 in Pennsylvania) and 27 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Cherian performs below average in knee (29 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (27 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Cherian's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (27 cases).
Lancaster is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lancaster area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Cherian's Medicare record spans 5 years from 2020 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 18 to 71 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Cherian's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Cherian Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cherian's procedure volume has been consistent across 5 years of Medicare data, ranging from 18 to 71 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Cherian
How does Dr. Cherian's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Cherian has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cherian ranks #154 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cherian perform?
Dr. Cherian's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cherian in Lancaster?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster 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. Cherian 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. Cherian's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cherian's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cherian's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 5 years of Medicare data, ranging from 18 to 71 procedures per year between 2020 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Cherian perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cherian's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cherian affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cherian is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital, Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center, Upmc Lititz.
How does Dr. Cherian compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster, Dr. Cherian ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lancaster has 169 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cherian practices?
Lancaster General Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Dr. Cherian's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Lancaster average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lancaster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Renz | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Tocks | 127 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Young Jee | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Becker | 104 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Cooke | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Poorman | 97 | Hip, Knee |
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