Dr. Jason Spangler, D.O.
Contact & Location
423-624-2696
Cleveland, TN 37311
About Dr. Spangler
Dr. Jason Spangler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cleveland, Tennessee. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Spangler completed 40 knee replacements (#74 in Tennessee), 26 hip replacements, and 25 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 91 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Tennessee, Dr. Spangler performs near the state average in knee (40 vs 46), below the state average in hip (26 vs 36), below the state average in shoulder (25 vs 32).
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 (40 cases), followed by hip replacements (26) and shoulder replacements (25).
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 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 91 in the most recent data, a 507% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Spangler's 40 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 34 | 14 |
| 2020 | 11 | 19 | 17 |
| 2021 | 0 | 44 | 16 |
| 2022 | 16 | 36 | 27 |
| 2023 | 11 | 39 | 20 |
| 2024 | 26 | 40 | 25 |
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Spangler's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 507% from 15 procedures in 2017 to 91 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 91 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Tennessee average of 65 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Spangler ranks #54 out of 219 orthopedic surgeons in Tennessee.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Spangler perform?
Dr. Spangler performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (40 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (25 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 91 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 91 in the most recent data, a 507% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 91 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Spangler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Spangler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (25 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 91 Medicare procedures are above the Cleveland average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cleveland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lee Radford | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rickey Hutcheson | 19 | Knee |
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