Dr. Charles Hummer, MD
Contact & Location
Media, PA 19063
Dr. Charles Hummer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Media, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hummer has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #306 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Hummer performs below average in knee (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Hummer's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 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.
Dr. Hummer is the only orthopedic surgeon in Media represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area. Dr. Hummer also maintains hospital privileges in PA and DE, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Pennsylvania.
Dr. Hummer's Medicare record spans 6 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 11 to 17 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Hummer's 12 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Hummer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hummer's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 17 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Hummer
How does Dr. Hummer's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Hummer has performed 12 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. Hummer ranks #368 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hummer perform?
Dr. Hummer's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Hummer's practice located?
Dr. Hummer practices in Media, Pennsylvania. The office is located at 5201 Pennell Rd Ste C, Media, PA 19063. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Hummer for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hummer 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. Hummer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hummer's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Hummer's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 17 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hummer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hummer is affiliated with Riddle Memorial Hospital, St Francis Hospital, Chester County Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center. Dr. Hummer maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hummer practices?
Riddle Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Francis Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars); Chester County Hospital (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.
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