Dr. Christopher Samujh, M.D.
Contact & Location
570-307-1767
Dickson City, PA 18519
Allentown, PA 18103
Dr. Samujh performs more knee replacement procedures than 40% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #183 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Samujh
Practice. Dr. Christopher Samujh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dickson City, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 27 knee replacements and 21 hip replacements, 48 procedures in all. That is #183 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 48, up 269%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 27 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Dickson City has 5 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 13 |
| 2015 | 0 | 18 |
| 2016 | 15 | 23 |
| 2017 | 15 | 23 |
| 2018 | 0 | 15 |
| 2019 | 18 | 20 |
| 2020 | 19 | 0 |
| 2021 | 44 | 22 |
| 2022 | 30 | 27 |
| 2023 | 28 | 14 |
| 2024 | 21 | 27 |
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, 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. Samujh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Samujh's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 269% from 13 procedures in 2014 to 48 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. Samujh
How does Dr. Samujh's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Samujh has performed 48 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. Samujh ranks #181 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Samujh perform?
Dr. Samujh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Samujh in Dickson City?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Dickson City 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. Samujh 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Samujh's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 48 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. Samujh's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Samujh's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2014 to 48 in the most recent data, a 269% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 66 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Samujh perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Samujh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Samujh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Samujh is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City, Wayne Memorial Hospital, Geisinger Community Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono.
How does Dr. Samujh compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dickson City?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Dickson City, Dr. Samujh ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Dickson City has 190 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Samujh practices?
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wayne Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Geisinger Community Medical Center (3 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 Dickson City, Pennsylvania
Dr. Samujh's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Dickson City average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dickson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Harry Schmaltz | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Henzes | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Ghigiarelli | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Jordan | 53 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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