Dr. Andrew Old, M.D
Contact & Location
West Chester, PA 19380
Dr. Andrew Old is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Chester, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Old has performed 111 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#29 in Pennsylvania) and 53 hip replacements, for a combined total of 164 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Old performs well above average in knee (111 vs 47 avg), above average in hip (53 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Old's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (111 cases) and hip replacements (53 cases).
West Chester is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the West Chester area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Old extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 42 to 164 in the most recent data, a 290% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Old's 111 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Old Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Old's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 290% from 42 procedures in 2017 to 164 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. Old
How does Dr. Old's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Old has performed 164 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Old ranks #37 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Old perform?
Dr. Old's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (111 cases) and hip replacement (53 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Old in West Chester?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in West Chester 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. Old 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. Old's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 164 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Old's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Old's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2017 to 164 in the most recent data, a 290% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 164 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Old perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Old's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (111 cases), hip replacement (53 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Old affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Old is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, Chester County Hospital.
How does Dr. Old compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Chester?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in West Chester, Dr. Old ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Old is among the highest-volume surgeons in West Chester.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Old practices?
Lancaster General Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chester County Hospital (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 West Chester, Pennsylvania
Dr. Old's 164 Medicare procedures are above the West Chester average of 109. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Chester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Cheston Simmons | 214 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Michener | 30 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Adrienne Towsen | 26 | Shoulder |
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