Dr. Ryan Molli, DO
Dr. Ryan Molli is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Molli has performed 111 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#26 in Pennsylvania) and 58 hip replacements, for a combined total of 169 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Molli performs well above average in knee (111 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (58 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Molli's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (111 cases) and hip replacements (58 cases).
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.
Medicare records for Dr. Molli extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 42 to 169 in the most recent data, a 302% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Molli's 111 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Molli Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Meadville, PA 16335
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Molli's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 302% from 42 procedures in 2013 to 169 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. Molli
How does Dr. Molli's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Molli has performed 169 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Molli ranks #29 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Molli perform?
Dr. Molli's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (111 cases) and hip replacement (58 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Molli 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. Molli 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. Molli's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 169 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Molli's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Molli's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2013 to 169 in the most recent data, a 302% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 193 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Molli perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Molli's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (111 cases), hip replacement (58 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Molli affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Molli is affiliated with Edgewood Surgical Hospital, Meadville Medical Center, Clarion Hospital, Upmc Northwest, Saint Vincent Hospital.
How does Dr. Molli compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Meadville?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Meadville, Dr. Molli ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Molli is among the highest-volume surgeons in Meadville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Molli practices?
Edgewood Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Meadville Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Clarion Hospital (2 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 Meadville, Pennsylvania
Dr. Molli's 169 Medicare procedures are above 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. Philip Frndak | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Nemunaitis | 20 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Carl Seon | 17 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Milam | 12 | Knee |
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