Dr. Brian Spencer, D.O.
Dr. Brian Spencer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Spencer has completed 58 knee replacements (#70 in Pennsylvania), 48 shoulder replacements, and 31 hip replacements, totaling 137 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Spencer performs above average in knee (58 vs 45 avg), above average in shoulder (48 vs 29 avg), near average in hip (31 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Spencer performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (58 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (48) and hip replacements (31).
State College is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the State College area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Spencer extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 137 in the most recent data, a 1042% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Spencer's 58 verified procedures is above 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. Spencer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
State College, PA 16803
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Spencer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 1042% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 137 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. Spencer
How does Dr. Spencer's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Spencer has performed 137 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Spencer ranks #44 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Spencer perform?
Dr. Spencer performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (58 cases), shoulder replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Spencer in State College?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in State College 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. Spencer 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. Spencer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 137 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Spencer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Spencer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 137 in the most recent data, a 1042% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 137 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Spencer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Spencer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (58 cases), shoulder replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (31 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Spencer among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Spencer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Spencer is affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center, Penn Highlands Dubois.
How does Dr. Spencer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in State College?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in State College, Dr. Spencer ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Spencer has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Spencer practices?
Mount Nittany Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Penn Highlands Dubois (1 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 State College, Pennsylvania
Dr. Spencer's 137 Medicare procedures are above the State College average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in State College.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Martin | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Cherry | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Ellis | 72 | Knee |
| Dr. Edwin Rogusky | 49 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Eisenhuth | 13 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Wayne Sebastianelli | 11 | Knee |
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