Dr. David Pocos, D.O.
Contact & Location
419-663-5000
Norwalk, OH 44857
Dr. Pocos performs more knee replacement procedures than 28% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #218 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Pocos
Dr. David Pocos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Norwalk, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Pocos performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#218 in Ohio) and 14 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 34 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Pocos performs below the state average in knee (20 vs 41), below the state average in hip (14 vs 32).
Dr. Pocos's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (20 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Norwalk is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Norwalk area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Pocos's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 104 procedures in 2018 before settling at 34 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Pocos's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,612 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 23 | 53 |
| 2014 | 25 | 50 |
| 2015 | 17 | 39 |
| 2016 | 37 | 63 |
| 2017 | 22 | 66 |
| 2018 | 47 | 57 |
| 2019 | 33 | 54 |
| 2020 | 25 | 31 |
| 2021 | 12 | 18 |
| 2022 | 18 | 22 |
| 2023 | 26 | 22 |
| 2024 | 14 | 20 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Pocos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pocos's recorded volume peaked at 104 procedures in 2018 and stood at 34 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Pocos
How does Dr. Pocos's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Pocos has performed 34 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Pocos ranks #229 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pocos perform?
Dr. Pocos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pocos in Norwalk?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Norwalk 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. Pocos 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Pocos's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 140 procedures against the 34 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. Pocos's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Pocos's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 104 procedures in 2018 and was 34 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. Pocos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pocos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (20 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pocos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pocos is affiliated with Fisher-Titus Hospital, Bellevue Hospital, Firelands Regional Medical Center, Mercy Health - Willard Hospital, Magruder Hospital.
How does Dr. Pocos compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Norwalk?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Norwalk, Dr. Pocos ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pocos is among the highest-volume surgeons in Norwalk.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pocos practices?
Fisher-Titus Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bellevue Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Firelands 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 Norwalk, Ohio
Dr. Pocos's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Norwalk average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Norwalk.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Powers | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Brown | 61 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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