Hip
Dr. Chijindu Emenari, M.D., M.B.A.
Dr. Chijindu Emenari is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Emenari has performed 13 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #111 in Virginia.
In Virginia, Dr. Emenari performs below average in hip (13 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Emenari's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 13 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.
Richmond is home to 27 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Richmond area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Emenari first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Emenari's 13 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Emenari Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Richmond, VA 23235
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 Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Emenari
How does Dr. Emenari's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Emenari has performed 13 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 83 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Emenari ranks #209 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Emenari perform?
Dr. Emenari's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Emenari in Richmond?
Yes. There are 27 orthopedic surgeons in Richmond 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Emenari 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. Emenari's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Emenari affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Emenari is affiliated with Cjw Medical Center, Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center, Bon Secours St Marys Hospital.
How does Dr. Emenari compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Richmond?
Among the 27 orthopedic surgeons in Richmond, Dr. Emenari ranks #25 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Richmond has 323 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Emenari practices?
Cjw Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bon Secours St Francis Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bon Secours St Marys Hospital (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 Richmond, Virginia
Dr. Emenari's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Richmond average of 157. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Richmond.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Wind | 323 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Nordt | 190 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Dobzyniak | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Colin Mudrick | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Hull | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Shaia | 115 | Hip, Knee |
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