Knee
Dr. Craig Ruder, MD
Dr. Craig Ruder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in York, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ruder has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #226 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Ruder performs below average in knee (20 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Ruder's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 20 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.
York is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the York area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ruder extend back to 2014, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 20 in the most recent data, a 43% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Ruder's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Ruder Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
York, PA 17403
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ruder's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 43% from 14 procedures in 2014 to 20 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ruder
How does Dr. Ruder's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Ruder has performed 20 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Ruder ranks #304 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ruder perform?
Dr. Ruder's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ruder in York?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in York 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. Ruder 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. Ruder's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ruder's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ruder's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2014 to 20 in the most recent data, a 43% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 29 procedures in 2022.
How does Dr. Ruder compare to other orthopedic surgeons in York?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in York, Dr. Ruder ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in York has 145 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in York, Pennsylvania
Dr. Ruder's 20 Medicare procedures are below the York average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. George Margetas | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gracia Etienne | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Caruthers | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Albert Folgueras | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Hines | 74 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Alhadeff | 55 | Hip, Knee |
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