Dr. Eugene Kim, M.D.
Dr. Eugene Kim is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Plains, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kim has performed 51 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#85 in Pennsylvania) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 66 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Kim performs near average in knee (51 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Kim's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 77% of reported Medicare volume.
Plains is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Plains area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kim extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 66 in the most recent data, a 408% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kim's 51 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. Kim Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Plains, PA 18705
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kim's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 408% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 66 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. Kim
How does Dr. Kim's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Kim has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Kim ranks #126 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kim perform?
Dr. Kim's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kim in Plains?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Plains 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. Kim 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. Kim's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 66 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kim's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kim's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 66 in the most recent data, a 408% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 66 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Kim perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kim's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kim affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kim compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Plains?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Plains, Dr. Kim ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kim has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kim practices?
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center (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 Plains, Pennsylvania
Dr. Kim's 66 Medicare procedures are above the Plains average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Plains.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Allardyce | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Banas | 19 | Knee |
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