Knee
Dr. William Pakan, M.D.
Dr. William Pakan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kent, Ohio. Dr. Pakan has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #116 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Pakan performs near average in knee (41 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Pakan's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 41 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.
Kent is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Kent area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pakan extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 23 to 41 in the most recent data, a 78% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pakan's 41 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. Pakan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Kent, OH 44240
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pakan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 78% from 23 procedures in 2013 to 41 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. Pakan
How does Dr. Pakan's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Pakan has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Pakan ranks #194 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pakan perform?
Dr. Pakan's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 41 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pakan in Kent?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kent 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. Pakan 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. Pakan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pakan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pakan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2013 to 41 in the most recent data, a 78% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2016.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pakan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pakan is affiliated with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, Summa Health System, Summa Western Reserve Hospital.
How does Dr. Pakan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Kent?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Kent, Dr. Pakan ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pakan has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pakan practices?
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Summa Health System (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Summa Western Reserve Hospital (4 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 Kent, Ohio
Dr. Pakan's 41 Medicare procedures are above the Kent average of 35. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kent.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ronald Mineo | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Nelman | 30 | Knee, Shoulder |
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