Dr. Jason Castle, MD
Dr. Jason Castle is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Charleston, West Virginia. Dr. Castle has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#22 in West Virginia) and 25 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In West Virginia, Dr. Castle performs below average in knee (27 vs 36 avg), near average in hip (25 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Castle's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (25 cases).
Charleston is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Charleston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Castle's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2017 before settling at 52 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Castle's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Castle Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Charleston, WV 25311
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Castle's recorded volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2017 and stood at 52 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Castle
How does Dr. Castle's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Castle has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the West Virginia average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Castle ranks #21 out of 57 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Castle perform?
Dr. Castle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (25 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Castle in Charleston?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Charleston 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Castle 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. Castle's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Castle's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Castle's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 108 procedures in 2017 and was 52 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Castle perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Castle's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (25 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Castle affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Castle is affiliated with Charleston Area Medical Center, Camc Charleston Surgical Hospital.
How does Dr. Castle compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Charleston?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Charleston, Dr. Castle ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Castle is among the highest-volume surgeons in Charleston.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Castle practices?
Charleston Area Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Camc Charleston Surgical Hospital (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 Charleston, West Virginia
Dr. Castle's 52 Medicare procedures are below the Charleston average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Charleston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Manuel Molina | 89 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Clark Adkins | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Legg | 39 | Knee |
| Dr. David Ede | 14 | Knee |
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