Dr. Eugene Elia, MD
Dr. Eugene Elia is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Havertown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Elia has performed 41 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#121 in Pennsylvania) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Elia performs near average in knee (41 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Elia's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 79% of reported Medicare volume.
Havertown is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Havertown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Elia extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 37 to 52 in the most recent data, a 41% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Elia's 41 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. Elia Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Havertown, PA 19083
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Elia's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 41% from 37 procedures in 2013 to 52 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. Elia
How does Dr. Elia's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Elia has performed 52 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Elia ranks #170 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Elia perform?
Dr. Elia's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Elia in Havertown?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Havertown 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. Elia 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. Elia's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Elia's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Elia's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 37 procedures in 2013 to 52 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 70 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Elia perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Elia's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (41 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Elia affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Elia is affiliated with Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, The.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Elia practices?
Lankenau Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bryn Mawr Hospital, The (4 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 Havertown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Elia's 52 Medicare procedures are above the Havertown average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Havertown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jack Kazanjian | 16 | Shoulder |
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