Dr. Joseph Holobinko, M.D.
Contact & Location
301-665-4950
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Dr. Holobinko performs more knee replacement procedures than 97% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 138 ranked knee surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Holobinko
Practice. Dr. Joseph Holobinko is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hagerstown, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 154 knee replacements, 52 hip replacements, and 23 shoulder replacements, 229 procedures in all. That is #3 in Maryland for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 64 procedures a year to 229, up 258%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 154 procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45. That is #157 nationally.
Local context. Hagerstown has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Holobinko also holds hospital privileges in MD and PA and WV, a practice that extends beyond Maryland.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 | 44 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 | 54 | 0 |
| 2015 | 33 | 42 | 12 |
| 2016 | 30 | 61 | 0 |
| 2017 | 23 | 73 | 12 |
| 2018 | 33 | 97 | 20 |
| 2019 | 24 | 84 | 24 |
| 2020 | 48 | 83 | 16 |
| 2021 | 33 | 87 | 17 |
| 2022 | 49 | 96 | 11 |
| 2023 | 47 | 149 | 31 |
| 2024 | 52 | 154 | 23 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Holobinko Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Holobinko's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 258% from 64 procedures in 2013 to 229 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. Holobinko
How does Dr. Holobinko's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Holobinko has performed 229 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Holobinko ranks #7 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Holobinko perform?
Dr. Holobinko performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (154 cases), hip replacement (52 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Holobinko with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Holobinko ranks #3 in Maryland for knee replacement with 154 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 166 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Holobinko in Hagerstown?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Hagerstown 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. Holobinko 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Holobinko's total volume across all insurers at roughly 770 to 960 procedures against the 229 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. Holobinko's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Holobinko's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 64 procedures in 2013 to 229 in the most recent data, a 258% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 229 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Holobinko perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Holobinko's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (154 cases), hip replacement (52 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Holobinko among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Holobinko affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Holobinko is affiliated with Meritus Medical Center, Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital, Frederick Health Hospital, Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital, Valley Health War Memorial Hospital. Dr. Holobinko maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Holobinko compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hagerstown?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Hagerstown, Dr. Holobinko ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Holobinko has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Holobinko practices?
Meritus Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars); Frederick Health Hospital (3 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 Hagerstown, Maryland
Dr. Holobinko's 229 Medicare procedures are above the Hagerstown average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hagerstown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alvaro Cabezas | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Victor Anyangwe | 49 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Manminder Bhatia | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rhamee Badr | 34 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Warner | 19 | Knee |
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