Dr. David German is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Erie, Pennsylvania. In 2023, Dr. German performed 37 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#136 in Pennsylvania) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 56 procedures.
Dr. German's 56 Medicare procedures are near the Pennsylvania median of 44. The state has 388 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. German's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (37 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Erie is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Erie area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. German
How does Dr. German's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. German performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. German ranks #153 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. German perform?
Dr. German's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. German in Erie?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Erie 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. German represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. German's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Erie, Pennsylvania
Compare Dr. German's volume with other surgeons practicing in Erie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Lupo | 115 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nicholas Callahan | 81 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Nick Stefanovski | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Nechleba | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Delullo | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Buseck | 32 | Hip, Knee |
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