Dr. Jason Spangler, D.O.
Dr. Jason Spangler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Tennessee. Dr. Spangler has completed 39 knee replacements (#70 in Tennessee), 20 shoulder replacements, and 11 hip replacements, totaling 70 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Spangler performs near average in knee (39 vs 45 avg), below average in shoulder (20 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Spangler performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (39 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (20) and hip replacements (11).
Cleveland is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cleveland area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Spangler extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 70 in the most recent data, a 367% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Spangler's 39 verified procedures is near 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. Spangler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Tennessee state average.
Contact & Location
Cleveland, TN 37311
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Spangler's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 367% from 15 procedures in 2017 to 70 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. Spangler
How does Dr. Spangler's procedure volume compare to other Tennessee surgeons?
Dr. Spangler has performed 70 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 64 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Spangler ranks #66 out of 214 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Spangler perform?
Dr. Spangler performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Spangler in Cleveland?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland 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 Tennessee surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Spangler 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. Spangler's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 70 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Spangler's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Spangler's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2017 to 70 in the most recent data, a 367% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 79 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Spangler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Spangler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Spangler among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Spangler affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Spangler is affiliated with Bradley Medical Center, Starr Regional Medical Center Athens.
How does Dr. Spangler compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Cleveland, Dr. Spangler ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Spangler has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Spangler practices?
Bradley Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Starr Regional Medical Center Athens (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 Cleveland, Tennessee
Dr. Spangler's 70 Medicare procedures are above the Cleveland average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lee Radford | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rickey Hutcheson | 17 | Knee |
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