Dr. Eric Lebby, M.D.
Contact & Location
610-435-1003
Allentown, PA 18103
Dr. Lebby performs more knee replacement procedures than 99% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Lebby
Practice. Dr. Eric Lebby is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 187 knee replacements and 98 hip replacements, 285 procedures in all. That is #3 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 162 procedures a year to 285, up 76%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 187 procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45. That is #74 nationally.
Local context. Allentown has 13 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 46 | 116 |
| 2014 | 56 | 111 |
| 2015 | 56 | 141 |
| 2016 | 57 | 168 |
| 2017 | 86 | 161 |
| 2018 | 73 | 171 |
| 2019 | 73 | 155 |
| 2020 | 77 | 121 |
| 2021 | 68 | 131 |
| 2022 | 67 | 149 |
| 2023 | 75 | 178 |
| 2024 | 98 | 187 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Lebby Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lebby's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 76% from 162 procedures in 2013 to 285 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. Lebby
How does Dr. Lebby's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Lebby has performed 285 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lebby ranks #3 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lebby perform?
Dr. Lebby's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (187 cases) and hip replacement (98 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Lebby with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Lebby ranks #3 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement with 187 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 376 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lebby in Allentown?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown 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. Lebby 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Lebby's total volume across all insurers at roughly 960 to 1,210 procedures against the 285 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. Lebby's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lebby's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 162 procedures in 2013 to 285 in the most recent data, a 76% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 285 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Lebby perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lebby's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (187 cases), hip replacement (98 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lebby affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lebby is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem, Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton, St Luke'S Miners Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Lebby compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Allentown?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown, Dr. Lebby ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Lebby has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lebby practices?
Lehigh Valley Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill (3 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 Allentown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Lebby's 285 Medicare procedures are above the Allentown average of 174. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Allentown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Pollice | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregor Hawk | 191 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jonathon Brown | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Gilson | 128 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Anbari | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Falvello | 83 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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