Knee
Dr. Donald Mazur, M.D.
Dr. Donald Mazur is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Limerick, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mazur has performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #91 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Mazur performs near average in knee (48 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Mazur's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 48 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Limerick is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Limerick area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mazur extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 48 in the most recent data, a 71% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mazur's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Mazur Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Limerick, PA 19468
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mazur's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 71% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 48 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mazur
How does Dr. Mazur's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Mazur has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Mazur ranks #181 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mazur perform?
Dr. Mazur's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 48 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mazur in Limerick?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Limerick 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. Mazur 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. Mazur's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mazur's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mazur's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data, a 71% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 48 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mazur affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mazur is affiliated with Physician'S Care Surgical Hospital, Paoli Hospital.
How does Dr. Mazur compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Limerick?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Limerick, Dr. Mazur ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Mazur is among the highest-volume surgeons in Limerick.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mazur practices?
Physician'S Care Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Paoli Hospital (5 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 Limerick, Pennsylvania
Dr. Mazur's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Limerick average of 96. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Limerick.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Carl Deirmengian | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. H Schaaf | 85 | Hip, Knee |
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