Dr. David Eakin, DO
Contact & Location
410-901-8370
Cambridge, MD 21613
Dr. Eakin performs more knee replacement procedures than 11% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #122 of 138 ranked knee surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Eakin
Dr. David Eakin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cambridge, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Eakin performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #122 in Maryland.
In Maryland, Dr. Eakin performs below the state average in knee (15 vs 49).
Dr. Eakin's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 15 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Cambridge is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cambridge area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Eakin also maintains hospital privileges in MO and DE, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Maryland.
Dr. Eakin's Medicare record spans 4 years from 2017 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 12 to 18 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Eakin's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 15 |
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. 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. Eakin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Eakin's procedure volume has been consistent across 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 18 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. Eakin
How does Dr. Eakin's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Eakin has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Maryland average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Eakin ranks #151 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Eakin perform?
Dr. Eakin's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Eakin in Cambridge?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Cambridge 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. Eakin 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, which puts Dr. Eakin's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 15 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. Eakin's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Eakin's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 12 to 18 procedures per year between 2017 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Eakin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Eakin is affiliated with Northeast Regional Medical Center, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc.. Dr. Eakin maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Eakin practices?
Northeast Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc. (5 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 Cambridge, Maryland
Dr. Eakin's 15 Medicare procedures are above the Cambridge average of 13. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cambridge.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Ward | 11 | Knee |
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