Dr. Derek Andreini, MD
Contact & Location
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Dr. Derek Andreini is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Andreini has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#258 in Pennsylvania) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Andreini performs below average in knee (17 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Andreini's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (17 cases) and hip replacements (12 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.
Dr. Andreini first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Andreini's 17 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. Andreini Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
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. Andreini
How does Dr. Andreini's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Andreini has performed 29 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. Andreini ranks #260 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Andreini perform?
Dr. Andreini's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Andreini 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. Andreini 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. Andreini's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Andreini perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Andreini's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (17 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Andreini affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Andreini is affiliated with Upmc Passavant.
How does Dr. Andreini compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Andreini ranks #30 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pittsburgh has 203 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Andreini practices?
Upmc Passavant (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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Andreini's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryce Braaksma | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Omalley | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yram Groff | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Yakish | 75 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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