Dr. Daniel Agnew
Dr. Daniel Agnew is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Agnew has performed 21 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#139 in Pennsylvania) and 13 knee replacements, for a combined total of 34 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Agnew performs below average in hip (21 vs 34 avg), below average in knee (13 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Agnew's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (21 cases) and knee replacements (13 cases).
Pittsburgh is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pittsburgh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Agnew extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 19 to 34 in the most recent data, a 79% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Agnew's 21 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Agnew Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Agnew's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 79% from 19 procedures in 2013 to 34 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. Agnew
How does Dr. Agnew's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Agnew has performed 34 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. Agnew ranks #244 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Agnew perform?
Dr. Agnew's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Agnew 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. Agnew 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. Agnew's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 34 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Agnew's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Agnew's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2013 to 34 in the most recent data, a 79% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 54 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Agnew perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Agnew's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases), knee replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Agnew affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Agnew is affiliated with Independence Health System Butler Memorial Hospita.
How does Dr. Agnew compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Agnew ranks #28 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pittsburgh has 196 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Agnew practices?
Independence Health System Butler Memorial Hospita (2 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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Agnew's 34 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryce Braaksma | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Omalley | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Wilkie | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Klatt | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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