Dr. Brent Hines, DO
Contact & Location
717-848-4800
York, PA 17402
About Dr. Hines
Dr. Brent Hines is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in York, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Hines performed 57 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#7 in Pennsylvania) and 16 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 73 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Hines performs well above the state average in shoulder (57 vs 28), below the state average in knee (16 vs 47).
Dr. Hines's practice is heavily focused on shoulder replacement surgery, which accounts for 78% of reported Medicare volume.
York is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the York area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hines extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 33 to 73 in the most recent data, a 121% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hines's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 29, ranking #200 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 33 |
| 2014 | 0 | 33 |
| 2015 | 0 | 37 |
| 2016 | 11 | 49 |
| 2017 | 16 | 59 |
| 2018 | 0 | 60 |
| 2019 | 0 | 51 |
| 2020 | 13 | 56 |
| 2021 | 0 | 44 |
| 2022 | 12 | 53 |
| 2023 | 12 | 62 |
| 2024 | 16 | 57 |
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. Hines Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hines's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 121% from 33 procedures in 2013 to 73 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. Hines
How does Dr. Hines's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Hines has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hines ranks #110 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hines perform?
Dr. Hines's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (57 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Hines with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Hines ranks #7 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement with 57 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 376 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hines in York?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in York 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. Hines 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. Hines's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 73 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hines's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hines's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2013 to 73 in the most recent data, a 121% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 75 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Hines perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hines's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (57 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hines affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hines is affiliated with Oss Orthopaedic Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital.
How does Dr. Hines compare to other orthopedic surgeons in York?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in York, Dr. Hines ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in York has 130 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hines practices?
Oss Orthopaedic Hospital (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Wellspan York 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 York, Pennsylvania
Dr. Hines's 73 Medicare procedures are below the York average of 84. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. George Margetas | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Caruthers | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Albert Folgueras | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aubrey Ashie | 73 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Todd Curran | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Alhadeff | 53 | Hip, Knee |
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