Dr. Brian Spencer, D.O.
Contact & Location
814-237-4321
State College, PA 16803
State College, PA 16801
State College, PA 16803
Dr. Spencer performs more knee replacement procedures than 68% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #96 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Spencer
Dr. Brian Spencer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in State College, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Spencer completed 49 knee replacements (#96 in Pennsylvania), 46 shoulder replacements, and 30 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 125 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Spencer performs near the state average in knee (49 vs 47), above the state average in shoulder (46 vs 28), near the state average in hip (30 vs 37).
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 (49 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (46) and hip replacements (30).
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 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 125 in the most recent data, a 942% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Spencer's 49 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| 2017 | 20 | 15 | 20 |
| 2018 | 23 | 13 | 34 |
| 2019 | 17 | 12 | 28 |
| 2020 | 21 | 17 | 26 |
| 2021 | 14 | 32 | 25 |
| 2022 | 33 | 59 | 41 |
| 2023 | 31 | 58 | 48 |
| 2024 | 30 | 49 | 46 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Spencer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Spencer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 942% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 125 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 125 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Spencer ranks #61 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Spencer perform?
Dr. Spencer performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (49 cases), shoulder replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (30 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 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Spencer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 390 to 490 procedures against the 125 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Spencer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Spencer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 125 in the most recent data, a 942% increase over 12 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 (49 cases), shoulder replacement (46 cases), hip replacement (30 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, Penn Highlands Elk.
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); Penn Highlands Elk (3 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 State College, Pennsylvania
Dr. Spencer's 125 Medicare procedures are above the State College average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in State College.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Martin | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Cherry | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Ellis | 65 | Knee |
| Dr. Edwin Rogusky | 41 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Wayne Sebastianelli | 14 | Knee |
| Dr. Scott Eisenhuth | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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