Dr. David Kolessar, M.D.

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. David Kolessar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. In 2023, Dr. Kolessar performed 95 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#36 in Pennsylvania) and 40 hip replacements (#66 in Pennsylvania), for a combined total of 135 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Pennsylvania.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
95 verified cases
#36 in Pennsylvania
Hip Replacement
40 verified cases
#66 in Pennsylvania

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Kolessar

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (135 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Kolessar, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 570-825-1093
1175 East Moutain Blvd
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
NPI: 1144280496
Credentials: M.D.
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed M.D.
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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