Dr. Charles Burke
Contact & Location
412-784-5770
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
Dr. Burke performs more knee replacement procedures than 57% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #130 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Burke
Practice. Dr. Charles Burke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 38 knee replacements. That is #130 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 18 procedures a year to 38, up 111%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 38 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Pittsburgh has 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 46 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 38 |
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. 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. Burke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Burke's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 111% from 18 procedures in 2015 to 38 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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What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Burke
How does Dr. Burke's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Burke has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Burke ranks #227 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Burke perform?
Dr. Burke's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 38 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Burke 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. Burke 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, which puts Dr. Burke's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 38 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. Burke's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Burke's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2015 to 38 in the most recent data, a 111% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 46 procedures in 2020.
Which hospitals is Dr. Burke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Burke is affiliated with Upmc St Margaret, Upmc Altoona, Uniontown Hospital, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.
How does Dr. Burke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Burke ranks #27 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pittsburgh has 203 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Burke practices?
Upmc St Margaret (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc Altoona (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uniontown Hospital (2 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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Burke's 38 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 | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Omalley | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yram Groff | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Yakish | 75 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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