Dr. Eric Slotkin, DO
Dr. Eric Slotkin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in West Reading, Pennsylvania. Dr. Slotkin has completed 100 knee replacements (#33 in Pennsylvania), 58 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, totaling 171 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Slotkin performs well above average in knee (100 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (58 vs 34 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Slotkin performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (100 cases), followed by hip replacements (58) and shoulder replacements (13).
West Reading is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the West Reading area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Slotkin extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 61 to 171 in the most recent data, a 180% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Slotkin's 100 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Slotkin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
West Reading, PA 19611
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Slotkin's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 180% from 61 procedures in 2013 to 171 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. Slotkin
How does Dr. Slotkin's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Slotkin has performed 171 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Slotkin ranks #26 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Slotkin perform?
Dr. Slotkin performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (100 cases), hip replacement (58 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Slotkin in West Reading?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in West Reading 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. Slotkin 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. Slotkin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 171 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Slotkin's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Slotkin's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 61 procedures in 2013 to 171 in the most recent data, a 180% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 189 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Slotkin perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Slotkin's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (100 cases), hip replacement (58 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Slotkin among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Slotkin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Slotkin is affiliated with Surgical Institute Of Reading, Reading Hospital.
How does Dr. Slotkin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in West Reading?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in West Reading, Dr. Slotkin ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Slotkin is among the highest-volume surgeons in West Reading.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Slotkin practices?
Surgical Institute Of Reading (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Reading Hospital (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 West Reading, Pennsylvania
Dr. Slotkin's 171 Medicare procedures are above the West Reading average of 102. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in West Reading.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Longenecker | 225 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth McAlpine | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Stapinski | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Michels | 26 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig O'neill | 16 | Shoulder |
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