Dr. Mark Pollard, M.D.
Contact & Location
856-968-7363
Camden, NJ 08103
Dr. Pollard performs more knee replacement procedures than 48% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #72 of 140 ranked knee surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Pollard
Practice. Dr. Mark Pollard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Camden, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 33 knee replacements. That is #72 in New Jersey for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 33, up 175%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 33 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Camden has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 36 |
| 2024 | 33 |
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. Pollard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pollard's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 175% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 33 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. Pollard
How does Dr. Pollard's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Pollard has performed 33 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Pollard ranks #109 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pollard perform?
Dr. Pollard's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 33 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pollard in Camden?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Camden 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. Pollard 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. Pollard's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 140 procedures against the 33 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. Pollard's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pollard's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 33 in the most recent data, a 175% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pollard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pollard is affiliated with Cooper University Hospital, West Jersey Hospital.
How does Dr. Pollard compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Camden?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Camden, Dr. Pollard ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pollard is among the highest-volume surgeons in Camden.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pollard practices?
Cooper University Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); West Jersey 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 Camden, New Jersey
Dr. Pollard's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Camden average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Camden.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Forrest Schwartz | 72 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Catherine Fedorka | 40 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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