Dr. Alexander Kish, M.D.
Contact & Location
717-633-0031
Hanover, PA 17331
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Dr. Kish performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 5% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #90 of 95 ranked shoulder surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Kish
Practice. Dr. Alexander Kish is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hanover, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 11 shoulder replacements. That is #90 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2015.
Trend. Dr. Kish first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 11 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Hanover has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 11 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Kish Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in Pennsylvania
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
A practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kish
How does Dr. Kish's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Kish has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kish ranks #373 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kish perform?
Dr. Kish's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kish in Hanover?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Hanover 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. Kish 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Kish's total volume across all insurers at roughly 30 to 40 procedures against the 11 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kish affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kish is affiliated with Oss Orthopaedic Hospital, Upmc Hanover, Gettysburg Hospital, Upmc Memorial, Wellspan York Hospital.
How does Dr. Kish compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hanover?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Hanover, Dr. Kish ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kish is among the highest-volume surgeons in Hanover.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kish practices?
Oss Orthopaedic Hospital (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Upmc Hanover (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Gettysburg 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 Hanover, Pennsylvania
Dr. Kish's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Hanover average of 133. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hanover.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Jackson | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jesse Welter | 152 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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