Dr. Mark Pascale, MD
Contact & Location
Oklahoma City, OK 73114
Dr. Mark Pascale is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Dr. Pascale has performed 56 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#28 in Oklahoma) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 72 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Pascale performs above average in knee (56 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Pascale's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
Oklahoma City is home to 44 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Oklahoma City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Pascale's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 122 procedures in 2019 before settling at 72 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. Pascale's 56 verified procedures is above 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. Pascale Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pascale's recorded volume peaked at 122 procedures in 2019 and stood at 72 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. Pascale
How does Dr. Pascale's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Pascale has performed 72 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Oklahoma average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pascale ranks #36 out of 122 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pascale perform?
Dr. Pascale's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pascale in Oklahoma City?
Yes. There are 44 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pascale 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. Pascale's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 72 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pascale's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Pascale's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 122 procedures in 2019 and was 72 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. Pascale perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pascale's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (56 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Pascale compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City?
Among the 44 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma City, Dr. Pascale ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Oklahoma City has 449 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Dr. Pascale's 72 Medicare procedures are below the Oklahoma City average of 238. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Oklahoma City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Jacob | 449 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Ponder | 316 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Tkach | 279 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Reddick | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Haynes | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Mitchell | 158 | Hip, Knee |
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