Dr. Andrew Konopitski, M.D.
Contact & Location
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Dr. Andrew Konopitski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Konopitski has performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#140 in Pennsylvania) and 30 hip replacements, for a combined total of 66 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Konopitski performs below average in knee (36 vs 47 avg), near average in hip (30 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Konopitski's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and hip replacements (30 cases).
Bethlehem is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bethlehem area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Konopitski first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Konopitski's 36 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. Konopitski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
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. Konopitski
How does Dr. Konopitski's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Konopitski has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Konopitski ranks #122 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Konopitski perform?
Dr. Konopitski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Konopitski in Bethlehem?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem 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. Konopitski 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. Konopitski's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 66 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Konopitski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Konopitski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Konopitski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Konopitski is affiliated with St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem, St Luke'S Hospital - Monroe Campus, St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus.
How does Dr. Konopitski compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem, Dr. Konopitski ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bethlehem has 258 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Konopitski practices?
St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital - Monroe Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus (4 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 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Dr. Konopitski's 66 Medicare procedures are below the Bethlehem average of 122. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bethlehem.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Meade | 258 | Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Brogle | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Ferrante | 139 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chinenye Nwachuku | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne Luchetti | 61 | Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Carolan | 55 | Shoulder |
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