Knee
Dr. Douglas Boylan, MD
Dr. Douglas Boylan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Boylan has performed 47 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #99 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Boylan performs near average in knee (47 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Boylan's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 47 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.
Doylestown is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Doylestown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Boylan extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 47 in the most recent data, a 292% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Boylan's 47 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. Boylan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Doylestown, PA 18901
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Boylan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 292% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 47 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Boylan
How does Dr. Boylan's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Boylan has performed 47 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. Boylan ranks #182 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Boylan perform?
Dr. Boylan's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 47 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Boylan in Doylestown?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown 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. Boylan 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. Boylan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Boylan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Boylan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 47 in the most recent data, a 292% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Boylan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Boylan is affiliated with Doylestown Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus, St Mary Medical Center.
How does Dr. Boylan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown, Dr. Boylan ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Doylestown has 204 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Boylan practices?
Doylestown Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Mary Medical Center (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Boylan's 47 Medicare procedures are below the Doylestown average of 110. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Doylestown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Vikoren | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Burrows | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Steere | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kieran Cody | 57 | Shoulder |
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