Knee
Dr. John King, D.O.
Dr. John King is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Union, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. King has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #144 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. King performs below average in knee (11 vs 53 avg).
Dr. King's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 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.
Union is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Union area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. King's Medicare data spans 8 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 27 procedures in 2018 before settling at 11 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. King's 11 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. King Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Union, NJ 07083
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. King's recorded volume peaked at 27 procedures in 2018 and stood at 11 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. King
How does Dr. King's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. King has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. King ranks #179 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. King perform?
Dr. King's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. King in Union?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Union 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 New Jersey surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. King 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. King's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. King's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. King's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 27 procedures in 2018 and was 11 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
How does Dr. King compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Union?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Union, Dr. King ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Union has 17 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Union, New Jersey
Dr. King's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Union average of 13. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Union.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Faccone | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Charko | 12 | Knee |
| Dr. Robin Innella | 11 | Knee |
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