Dr. Daniel Bauk, M.D.
Contact & Location
301-475-5555
Leonardtown, MD 20650
Dr. Bauk performs more knee replacement procedures than 60% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #54 of 138 ranked knee surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Bauk
Practice. Dr. Daniel Bauk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Leonardtown, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 47 knee replacements and 21 hip replacements, 68 procedures in all. That is #54 in Maryland for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 27 procedures a year to 68, up 152%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 47 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Leonardtown has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 27 |
| 2014 | 22 | 23 |
| 2015 | 27 | 35 |
| 2016 | 24 | 34 |
| 2017 | 22 | 35 |
| 2018 | 17 | 43 |
| 2019 | 23 | 59 |
| 2020 | 35 | 47 |
| 2021 | 21 | 54 |
| 2022 | 34 | 71 |
| 2023 | 29 | 74 |
| 2024 | 21 | 47 |
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. Bauk Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bauk's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 152% from 27 procedures in 2013 to 68 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bauk
How does Dr. Bauk's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Bauk has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bauk ranks #64 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bauk perform?
Dr. Bauk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bauk in Leonardtown?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Leonardtown 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 Maryland surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bauk 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. Bauk's total volume across all insurers at roughly 230 to 290 procedures against the 68 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. Bauk's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bauk's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 27 procedures in 2013 to 68 in the most recent data, a 152% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Bauk perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bauk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bauk affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bauk is affiliated with Medstar Saint Mary'S Hospital.
How does Dr. Bauk compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Leonardtown?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Leonardtown, Dr. Bauk ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bauk is among the highest-volume surgeons in Leonardtown.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bauk practices?
Medstar Saint Mary'S Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Leonardtown, Maryland
Dr. Bauk's 68 Medicare procedures are above the Leonardtown average of 42. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Leonardtown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Peter Johnston | 75 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Colleen Balkam | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Emmanuel Atiemo | 25 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patricia Turner | 14 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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