Dr. Kevin Pugh, M.D.
Contact & Location
606-430-2206
Pikeville, KY 41501
Dr. Pugh performs more knee replacement procedures than 90% of orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #10 of 103 ranked knee surgeons in Kentucky.
About Dr. Pugh
Practice. Dr. Kevin Pugh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pikeville, Kentucky. The latest annual CMS data records 95 knee replacements and 63 hip replacements, 158 procedures in all. That is #10 in Kentucky for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 158 and 237 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 95 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Pikeville has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Pugh also holds hospital privileges in KY and VA, a practice that extends beyond Kentucky.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 84 | 82 |
| 2014 | 67 | 96 |
| 2015 | 77 | 95 |
| 2016 | 81 | 97 |
| 2017 | 89 | 112 |
| 2018 | 81 | 116 |
| 2019 | 94 | 143 |
| 2020 | 60 | 127 |
| 2021 | 63 | 100 |
| 2022 | 60 | 107 |
| 2023 | 61 | 119 |
| 2024 | 63 | 95 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Pugh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kentucky state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pugh's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 158 to 237 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Pugh
How does Dr. Pugh's procedure volume compare to other Kentucky surgeons?
Dr. Pugh has performed 158 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Kentucky average of 61 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pugh ranks #10 out of 128 orthopedic surgeons in Kentucky.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pugh perform?
Dr. Pugh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (95 cases) and hip replacement (63 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Pugh with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Pugh ranks #10 in Kentucky for knee replacement with 95 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 128 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pugh in Pikeville?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Pikeville 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 Kentucky surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pugh represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Pugh's total volume across all insurers at roughly 530 to 670 procedures against the 158 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Pugh's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Pugh's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 158 to 237 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Pugh perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pugh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (95 cases), hip replacement (63 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pugh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pugh is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, Tug Valley Arh Regional Medical Center, Highlands Arh Regional Medical Center, Hazard Arh Regional Medical Center, Lonesome Pine Hospital. Dr. Pugh maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pugh practices?
Pikeville Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tug Valley Arh Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Highlands Arh Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Pikeville, Kentucky
Dr. Pugh's 158 Medicare procedures are above the Pikeville average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pikeville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Keith Hall | 20 | Knee |
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