Dr. Daniel March, M.D.
Dr. Daniel March is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. March has performed 34 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#83 in Pennsylvania) and 29 knee replacements, for a combined total of 63 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. March performs near average in hip (34 vs 34 avg), below average in knee (29 vs 45 avg).
Dr. March's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (34 cases) and knee replacements (29 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. March extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 52 to 63 in the most recent data, a 21% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. March's 34 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. March Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. March's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 21% from 52 procedures in 2019 to 63 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. March
How does Dr. March's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. March has performed 63 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. March ranks #131 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. March perform?
Dr. March's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases) and knee replacement (29 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. March 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. March 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. March's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 63 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. March's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. March's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2019 to 63 in the most recent data, a 21% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 64 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. March perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. March's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases), knee replacement (29 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. March affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. March is affiliated with Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside, Allegheny Valley Hospital, Upmc St Margaret.
How does Dr. March compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. March ranks #9 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. March practices?
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Allegheny Valley Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Upmc St Margaret (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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. March's 63 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 108. 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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