Dr. Daniel Leigey, M.D.
Contact & Location
724-853-8922
Greensburg, PA 15601
Dr. Leigey performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 36% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #60 of 95 ranked shoulder surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Leigey
Practice. Dr. Daniel Leigey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 18 shoulder replacements and 13 knee replacements, 31 procedures in all. That is #60 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume has held between 31 and 38 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Greensburg has 4 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 | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 16 | 15 |
| 2023 | 23 | 15 |
| 2024 | 13 | 18 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Leigey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
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Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Leigey's procedure volume has been consistent across 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 31 to 38 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Leigey
How does Dr. Leigey's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Leigey has performed 31 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. Leigey ranks #253 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Leigey perform?
Dr. Leigey's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (18 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Leigey in Greensburg?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Greensburg 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. Leigey 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Leigey's total volume across all insurers at roughly 100 to 120 procedures against the 31 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. Leigey's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Leigey's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 3 years of Medicare data, ranging from 31 to 38 procedures per year between 2022 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Leigey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Leigey's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (18 cases), knee replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Leigey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Leigey is affiliated with Independence Health System Latrobe Hospital, Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital, Independence Health System Frick Hospital.
How does Dr. Leigey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Greensburg?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Greensburg, Dr. Leigey ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Leigey is among the highest-volume surgeons in Greensburg.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Leigey practices?
Independence Health System Latrobe Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Independence Health System Westmoreland 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Greensburg, Pennsylvania
Dr. Leigey's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Greensburg average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Greensburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Bellicini | 132 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Bisignani | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Haffner | 12 | Knee |
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