Dr. Keith Pitchford, D.O.
Dr. Keith Pitchford is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saint John, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Pitchford has performed 64 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#34 in Indiana) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 84 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Pitchford performs above average in knee (64 vs 44 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Pitchford's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 76% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Pitchford is the only orthopedic surgeon in Saint John represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Pitchford extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 84 in the most recent data, a 140% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pitchford's 64 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Pitchford Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Contact & Location
Saint John, IN 46373
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pitchford's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 140% from 35 procedures in 2013 to 84 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. Pitchford
How does Dr. Pitchford's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Pitchford has performed 84 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pitchford ranks #54 out of 222 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pitchford perform?
Dr. Pitchford's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (64 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Where is Dr. Pitchford's practice located?
Dr. Pitchford practices in Saint John, Indiana. The office is located at 9615 Keilman Street, Saint John, IN 46373. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Pitchford for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pitchford 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. Pitchford's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 84 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pitchford's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pitchford's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2013 to 84 in the most recent data, a 140% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 85 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Pitchford perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pitchford's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (64 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pitchford affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pitchford is affiliated with St Mary Medical Center Inc, Community Hospital, Pinnacle Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point, Franciscan Health Dyer.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pitchford practices?
St Mary Medical Center Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Community Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Pinnacle 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.
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