Dr. William Pakan, M.D.
Contact & Location
Kent, OH 44240
Dr. William Pakan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Kent, Ohio. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Pakan has performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#115 in Ohio) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Pakan performs near average in knee (37 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Pakan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (37 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
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 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 23 to 51 in the most recent data, a 122% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pakan's 37 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pakan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 122% from 23 procedures in 2013 to 51 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 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pakan ranks #163 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pakan perform?
Dr. Pakan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
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 51 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 51 in the most recent data, a 122% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 51 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Pakan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pakan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
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 51 Medicare procedures are above the Kent average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Kent.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kyle Nelman | 32 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ronald Mineo | 24 | Knee |
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