Dr. Douglas Boylan, M.D.
Contact & Location
215-348-3068
Doylestown, PA 18901
Dr. Boylan performs more knee replacement procedures than 72% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #85 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Boylan
Practice. Dr. Douglas Boylan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 53 knee replacements. That is #85 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 53, up 342%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 53 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Doylestown has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 53 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Boylan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Boylan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 342% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 53 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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Boylan ranks #165 out of 376 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 53 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 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Boylan's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 230 procedures against the 53 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Boylan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Boylan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 53 in the most recent data, a 342% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 53 procedures in 2024.
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, St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus.
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 251 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 53 Medicare procedures are below the Doylestown average of 127. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Doylestown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Vikoren | 251 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Burrows | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Steere | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kieran Cody | 82 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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