Dr. Adam Buerk, DO
Dr. Adam Buerk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Buerk has performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#127 in Pennsylvania) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 61 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Buerk performs near average in knee (40 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Buerk's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (40 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Camp Hill is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Camp Hill area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Buerk extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 61 in the most recent data, a 91% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Buerk's 40 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. Buerk Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Buerk's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 91% from 32 procedures in 2016 to 61 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. Buerk
How does Dr. Buerk's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Buerk has performed 61 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Buerk ranks #139 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Buerk perform?
Dr. Buerk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Buerk in Camp Hill?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Camp Hill 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Buerk 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. Buerk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 61 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Buerk's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Buerk's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2016 to 61 in the most recent data, a 91% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 78 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Buerk perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Buerk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Buerk affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Buerk is affiliated with Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals, Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center.
How does Dr. Buerk compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Camp Hill?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Camp Hill, Dr. Buerk ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Camp Hill has 125 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Buerk practices?
Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
Dr. Buerk's 61 Medicare procedures are below the Camp Hill average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Camp Hill.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ronald Lippe | 125 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Kim | 113 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Oplinger | 75 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Curtis Goltz | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Oliverio | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Dahl | 62 | Hip, Knee |
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