Dr. Edwin Rogusky, M.D.
Dr. Edwin Rogusky is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rogusky has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#192 in Pennsylvania) and 23 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Rogusky performs below average in knee (26 vs 45 avg), below average in shoulder (23 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Rogusky's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and shoulder replacements (23 cases).
State College is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the State College area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Rogusky extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 49 in the most recent data, a 75% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Rogusky's 26 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Rogusky Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
State College, PA 16801
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rogusky's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 75% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 49 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. Rogusky
How does Dr. Rogusky's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Rogusky has performed 49 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. Rogusky ranks #178 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rogusky perform?
Dr. Rogusky's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and shoulder replacement (23 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rogusky in State College?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in State College 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. Rogusky 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. Rogusky's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 49 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Rogusky's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rogusky's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 49 in the most recent data, a 75% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 74 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Rogusky perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rogusky's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (23 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rogusky affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rogusky is affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Penn Highlands Huntingdon, Penn Highlands Elk, Penn Highlands Dubois.
How does Dr. Rogusky compare to other orthopedic surgeons in State College?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in State College, Dr. Rogusky ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in State College has 137 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rogusky practices?
Mount Nittany Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Penn Highlands Huntingdon (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in State College, Pennsylvania
Dr. Rogusky's 49 Medicare procedures are below the State College average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in State College.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Spencer | 137 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. James Martin | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Cherry | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Ellis | 72 | Knee |
| Dr. Scott Eisenhuth | 13 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Wayne Sebastianelli | 11 | Knee |
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