Surgical Quality Improvement

Elective Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty and/or Total Knee Arthroplasty

CMS calculates elective primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) and/or total knee arthroplasty (TKA) outcomes measures based on Medicare claims and enrollment information. The most recent risk-adjusted data available from CMS are shown.

Total Knee & Hip Arthroplasty Inpatient Complications

July 2020 – March 2023

ᵃSource: CMS Hospital Compare Preview Report July 2024

Cleveland Clinic’s Total Knee & Hip Arthroplasty complication rate is categorized as “no different" than the national average.

Total Knee & Hip Arthroplasty All-Cause 30-Day Readmissions

July 2020 – June 2023

ᵃSource: CMS Hospital Compare Preview Report July 2024

Cleveland Clinic's readmission rate is categorized as “no different" than the national average.

To further reduce avoidable readmissions, Cleveland Clinic is focused on optimizing transitions from hospital to home or post-acute facility. Specific initiatives have been implemented to ensure effective communication, education, and follow-up.