Dr. Dennis McHugh
Contact & Location
East Norriton, PA 19403
Dr. Dennis McHugh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in East Norriton, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. McHugh has performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#157 in Pennsylvania) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. McHugh performs below average in knee (32 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 37 avg).
Dr. McHugh's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Dr. McHugh is the only orthopedic surgeon in East Norriton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. McHugh extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 52 in the most recent data, a 206% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. McHugh's 32 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. McHugh Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McHugh's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 206% from 17 procedures in 2013 to 52 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McHugh
How does Dr. McHugh's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. McHugh has performed 52 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. McHugh ranks #167 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McHugh perform?
Dr. McHugh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Where is Dr. McHugh's practice located?
Dr. McHugh practices in East Norriton, Pennsylvania. The office is located at 716 W Germantown Pike, East Norriton, PA 19403. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. McHugh for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. McHugh 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. McHugh's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. McHugh's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McHugh's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 52 in the most recent data, a 206% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. McHugh perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McHugh's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McHugh affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McHugh is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McHugh practices?
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital (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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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