Dr. Benjamin Pulley, M.D.
Dr. Benjamin Pulley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Zanesville, Ohio. Dr. Pulley has performed 47 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#40 in Ohio) and 43 knee replacements, for a combined total of 90 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Pulley performs above average in hip (47 vs 31 avg), near average in knee (43 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Pulley's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (47 cases) and knee replacements (43 cases).
Zanesville is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Zanesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pulley extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 90 in the most recent data, a 543% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pulley's 47 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Pulley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Zanesville, OH 43701
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pulley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 543% from 14 procedures in 2019 to 90 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. Pulley
How does Dr. Pulley's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Pulley has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pulley ranks #71 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pulley perform?
Dr. Pulley's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (47 cases) and knee replacement (43 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pulley in Zanesville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Zanesville 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. Pulley 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. Pulley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pulley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pulley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2019 to 90 in the most recent data, a 543% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 90 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Pulley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pulley's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (47 cases), knee replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pulley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pulley is affiliated with Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, Genesis Hospital, Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Pulley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Zanesville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Zanesville, Dr. Pulley ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pulley has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pulley practices?
Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Genesis Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Zanesville, Ohio
Dr. Pulley's 90 Medicare procedures are above the Zanesville average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Zanesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brad Brautigan | 41 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Steven Kimberly | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Thai Trinh | 14 | Shoulder |
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