Dr. Philip Neubauer, MD
Dr. Philip Neubauer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baltimore, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Neubauer has performed 100 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#17 in Maryland) and 34 hip replacements, for a combined total of 134 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Neubauer performs well above average in knee (100 vs 50 avg), near average in hip (34 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Neubauer's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
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. Neubauer extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 134 in the most recent data, a 1118% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Neubauer's 100 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Neubauer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Baltimore, MD 21287
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Neubauer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 1118% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 134 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. Neubauer
How does Dr. Neubauer's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Neubauer has performed 134 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Maryland average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Neubauer ranks #25 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Neubauer perform?
Dr. Neubauer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (100 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Neubauer with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Neubauer ranks #17 in Maryland for knee replacement with 100 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 161 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Neubauer 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. Neubauer 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. Neubauer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 134 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Neubauer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Neubauer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 134 in the most recent data, a 1118% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 145 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Neubauer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Neubauer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (100 cases), hip replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Neubauer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Neubauer is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Inc.
How does Dr. Neubauer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore?
Among the 38 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore, Dr. Neubauer ranks #7 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. Neubauer practices?
Mercy Medical Center Inc (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 Baltimore, Maryland
Dr. Neubauer's 134 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. Harpal Khanuja | 147 | Hip, Knee |
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