Dr. Harpal Khanuja, M.D.
Dr. Harpal Khanuja is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baltimore, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Khanuja has performed 85 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#25 in Maryland) and 62 hip replacements, for a combined total of 147 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Khanuja performs above average in knee (85 vs 50 avg), above average in hip (62 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Khanuja's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (85 cases) and hip replacements (62 cases).
Baltimore is home to 38 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Baltimore area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Khanuja extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 94 to 147 in the most recent data, a 56% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Khanuja's 85 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. Khanuja Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Baltimore, MD 21215
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Khanuja's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 56% from 94 procedures in 2013 to 147 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. Khanuja
How does Dr. Khanuja's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Khanuja has performed 147 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Maryland average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Khanuja ranks #21 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Khanuja perform?
Dr. Khanuja's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases) and hip replacement (62 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Khanuja in Baltimore?
Yes. There are 38 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore 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. Khanuja 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. Khanuja's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 147 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Khanuja's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Khanuja's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 94 procedures in 2013 to 147 in the most recent data, a 56% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 147 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Khanuja perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Khanuja's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (85 cases), hip replacement (62 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Khanuja affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Khanuja is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital, The.
How does Dr. Khanuja compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore?
Among the 38 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore, Dr. Khanuja ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Baltimore has 304 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Khanuja practices?
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Johns Hopkins Hospital, The (4 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 Baltimore, Maryland
Dr. Khanuja's 147 Medicare procedures are below the Baltimore average of 184. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Baltimore.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Ciotola | 304 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Marc Hungerford | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frank Ebert | 185 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert McKinstry | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Henry Boucher | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Neubauer | 134 | Hip, Knee |
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