Dr. Anton Plakseychuk, MD
Dr. Anton Plakseychuk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Plakseychuk has performed 29 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#99 in Pennsylvania) and 27 knee replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Plakseychuk performs near average in hip (29 vs 34 avg), below average in knee (27 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Plakseychuk's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (29 cases) and knee replacements (27 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Plakseychuk extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 56 in the most recent data, a 273% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Plakseychuk's 29 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Plakseychuk Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Plakseychuk's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 273% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 56 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. Plakseychuk
How does Dr. Plakseychuk's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Plakseychuk has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Plakseychuk ranks #151 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Plakseychuk perform?
Dr. Plakseychuk's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases) and knee replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Plakseychuk 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. Plakseychuk 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. Plakseychuk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Plakseychuk's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Plakseychuk's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 56 in the most recent data, a 273% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Plakseychuk perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Plakseychuk's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (29 cases), knee replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Plakseychuk affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Plakseychuk is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.
How does Dr. Plakseychuk compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Plakseychuk ranks #13 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. Plakseychuk practices?
Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside (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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Plakseychuk's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 107. 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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