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Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD

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(Steven Fitzgerald, MD)

(348 Ratings)

Specializes in: Physician, Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery and Adult Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

Tulane University School Of Medicine (2004)

Professional interests include: arthritis, total joint replacement, musculoskeletal problems, and more.

730 Som Center Road Suite 130
Mayfield, OH 44143

(216) 844-7200

Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD is a physician provider in Mayfield, OH specializing in physician, orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. He graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2004 and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD is affiliated with University Hospitals and UH Mayfield Health Center.

Office Locations

730 Som Center Road Suite 130
Mayfield, OH 44143

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4001 Carrick Drive Suite 160
Medina, OH 44256

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1000 Auburn Drive Suite 210
Beachwood, OH 44122

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25501 Chagrin Boulevard Suite 200
Beachwood, OH 44122

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Some issues Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD can help you with:

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Volume:

joint reconstruction

lower extremity surgery

reconstructive surgery

total knee replacement

In 2024, Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD performed more joint reconstruction, lower extremity surgery, reconstructive surgery, and total knee replacement procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within Ohio.

Top 25%

By Volume:

major joint aspiration

major joint injection

In 2012, Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD performed more major joint aspiration, and major joint injection procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Ohio.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2012 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	176
doctor visit	516
injections	216
joint surgery	29
lower extremity surgery	29
reconstructive surgery	29

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2013 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	204
doctor visit	524
injections	242
joint surgery	45
lower extremity surgery	45
reconstructive surgery	45

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	159
Female	319

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	310
Black	154
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	188
From 75 to 84	139
85 and over	78
Less than 65	73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	28
Dementia	12
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2014 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	231
doctor visit	489
injections	276
joint surgery	93
lower extremity surgery	93
reconstructive surgery	93
revision surgery	13

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	149
Female	301

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	298
Black	138
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	174
From 75 to 84	133
85 and over	68
Less than 65	75

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	29
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2015 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	231
doctor visit	540
injections	277
joint surgery	65
lower extremity surgery	65
reconstructive surgery	65

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	338
Female	640

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	616
Black	326
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	402
From 75 to 84	284
85 and over	126
Less than 65	166

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2015

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2016 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	242
doctor visit	534
injections	280
joint surgery	85
lower extremity surgery	85
reconstructive surgery	85

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	182
Female	296

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	332
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	203
From 75 to 84	155
85 and over	54
Less than 65	66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2016

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	28
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2017 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	230
doctor visit	504
injections	273
joint surgery	81
lower extremity surgery	81
reconstructive surgery	81

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	183
Female	315

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	352
Black	127
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	254
From 75 to 84	136
85 and over	57
Less than 65	51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2017

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2018 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	173
doctor visit	447
injections	221
joint surgery	89
lower extremity surgery	89
reconstructive surgery	89

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	167
Female	306

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	336
Black	113
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	245
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	53
Less than 65	37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2018

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2019 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	145
doctor visit	440
injections	175
joint surgery	78
lower extremity surgery	78
reconstructive surgery	78

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	290

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	338
Black	94
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	236
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	63
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2019

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	30
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2020 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	115
doctor visit	349
injections	134
joint surgery	68
lower extremity surgery	68
reconstructive surgery	68

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	133
Female	240

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	278
Black	73
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	210
From 75 to 84	99
85 and over	40
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2020

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	26
Dementia	5
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2021 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	183
doctor visit	359
injections	204
joint surgery	73
lower extremity surgery	73
reconstructive surgery	73

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	157
Female	264

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	331
Black	69
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	215
From 75 to 84	140
85 and over	48
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2021

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	23
Dementia	5
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2022 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	166
doctor visit	441
injections	182
joint surgery	67
lower extremity surgery	67
reconstructive surgery	67

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	189
Female	288

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	384
Black	65
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	257
From 75 to 84	162
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2023 were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	210
doctor visit	474
injections	221
joint surgery	119
lower extremity surgery	119
reconstructive surgery	119

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	204
Female	317

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	422
Black	63
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	270
From 75 to 84	197
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	22
Dementia	2
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH during 2024 were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	240
doctor visit	511
injections	240
joint surgery	124
lower extremity surgery	124
reconstructive surgery	124

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Male	176
Female	316

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	388
Black	59
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	237
From 75 to 84	199
85 and over	45
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD in 2024

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	22
Dementia	4
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated as a physician provider in Mayfield, OH were injections, aspiration, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

aspiration	195
doctor visit	471
injections	226
joint surgery	78
lower extremity surgery	78
reconstructive surgery	78
revision surgery	13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD.

**Gender**
Female	299
Male	169

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	98
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	337
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	2

**Age**
75 to 84	146
85 and over	48
Less than 65	43
65 to 74	222

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	5
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2004. He completed residency at Uh Case Medical Center. He is certified by the Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Tulane University School Of Medicine (2004)

Residency: Uh Case Medical Center (2010)

Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University Hospitals

UH Mayfield Health Center

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.75 out of 5 stars based on 348 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Mayfield, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Steven J. Fitzgerald, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.	$1,437 Oxford-Knees $714	Persona $646	Product Portfolio $77
Stryker Corporation	$700 Mako $336	Gamma $148	JOINT PRESERVATION $139	TRAUMA & EXTREMITIES $53	Pelvis II $24
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.	$530 Trauma $94	ACTIS $88	Knee $49	Orthopaedics $17	Early Intervention $12	Other $269
Medtronic Xomed, Inc.	$334 Advanced Energy Hemostatic Device $334
Pacira Pharmaceuticals Incorporated	$283 Exparel $283
Other	$204 PICO 7 Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy $85	ATTUNE $36	DYNACORD $33	Pico $19	$32

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,499
Travel and Lodging	$937
Education	$51

Biography

Dr. Steven Fitzgerald's specialty is adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. Dr. Fitzgerald is rated 4.5 stars (out of 5) by his patients. He is especially interested in arthritis, total joint replacement, and orthopedic surgery. He is professionally affiliated with the University Hospitals. He attended medical school at Tulane University School of Medicine. Dr. Fitzgerald trained at UH Case Medical Center for residency.