Dr. Anthony Pentz, M.D.
Dr. Anthony Pentz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Canton, Ohio. Dr. Pentz has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#104 in Ohio) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 60 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Pentz performs near average in knee (42 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Pentz's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (42 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Canton is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Canton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Pentz's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2019 before settling at 60 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pentz's 42 verified procedures is near 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. Pentz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Canton, OH 44718
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pentz's recorded volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2019 and stood at 60 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. Pentz
How does Dr. Pentz's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Pentz has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pentz ranks #132 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pentz perform?
Dr. Pentz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pentz in Canton?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Canton 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pentz 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. Pentz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pentz's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Pentz's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 99 procedures in 2019 and was 60 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.
Does Dr. Pentz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pentz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Pentz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Canton?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Canton, Dr. Pentz ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pentz is among the highest-volume surgeons in Canton.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Canton, Ohio
Dr. Pentz's 60 Medicare procedures are above the Canton average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Canton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jordan Etscheidt | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Stonestreet | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Ficco | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Hellmann | 29 | Knee |
| Dr. Gerald Klimo | 19 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Brian Blake | 13 | Knee |
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