Dr. Anthony Digioia, MD
Dr. Anthony Digioia is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Digioia has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#100 in Pennsylvania) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 66 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Digioia performs near average in knee (47 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Digioia's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (47 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Pittsburgh is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pittsburgh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Digioia's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 102 procedures in 2014 before settling at 66 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. Digioia's 47 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. Digioia Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Digioia's recorded volume peaked at 102 procedures in 2014 and stood at 66 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Digioia
How does Dr. Digioia's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Digioia has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Digioia ranks #124 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Digioia perform?
Dr. Digioia's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Digioia in Pittsburgh?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh 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. Digioia 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. Digioia's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 66 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Digioia's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Digioia's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 102 procedures in 2014 and was 66 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. Digioia perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Digioia's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (47 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Digioia affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Digioia is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System.
How does Dr. Digioia compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Digioia ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pittsburgh has 196 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Digioia practices?
Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System (3 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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Digioia's 66 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 109. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryce Braaksma | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Omalley | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Wilkie | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Klatt | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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