Knee
Dr. Charles Cole, MD
Dr. Charles Cole is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cole has performed 147 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #10 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Cole performs well above average in knee (147 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Cole's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 147 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Lewisburg is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lewisburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cole extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 93 to 147 in the most recent data, a 58% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cole's 147 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #173 nationally.
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. Cole Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cole's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 58% from 93 procedures in 2013 to 147 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cole
How does Dr. Cole's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Cole has performed 147 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cole ranks #39 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cole perform?
Dr. Cole's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 147 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Cole with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Cole ranks #10 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement with 147 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 388 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cole in Lewisburg?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Lewisburg 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. Cole 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. Cole's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 147 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cole's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cole's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 93 procedures in 2013 to 147 in the most recent data, a 58% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 174 procedures in 2019.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cole affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cole is affiliated with Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center.
How does Dr. Cole compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lewisburg?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Lewisburg, Dr. Cole ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cole has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cole practices?
Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Geisinger Medical Center (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 Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Dr. Cole's 147 Medicare procedures are above the Lewisburg average of 78. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lewisburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Dominick | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Batman | 94 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Reish | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. John Furia | 15 | Shoulder |
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