Dr. Fred Heidenreich
Contact & Location
724-226-1199
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
Dr. Heidenreich performs more knee replacement procedures than 39% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #186 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Heidenreich
Practice. Dr. Fred Heidenreich is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 27 knee replacements and 11 hip replacements, 38 procedures in all. That is #186 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 20 procedures a year to 38, up 90%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 27 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Natrona Heights has 2 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 | 0 | 20 |
| 2014 | 0 | 12 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 11 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 15 |
| 2019 | 0 | 26 |
| 2020 | 0 | 12 |
| 2021 | 0 | 16 |
| 2022 | 0 | 14 |
| 2023 | 12 | 19 |
| 2024 | 11 | 27 |
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. Heidenreich Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Heidenreich's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 90% from 20 procedures in 2013 to 38 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Heidenreich
How does Dr. Heidenreich's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Heidenreich has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Heidenreich ranks #226 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Heidenreich perform?
Dr. Heidenreich's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Heidenreich in Natrona Heights?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Natrona Heights 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. Heidenreich 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. Heidenreich's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 160 procedures against the 38 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. Heidenreich's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Heidenreich's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2013 to 38 in the most recent data, a 90% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 38 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Heidenreich perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Heidenreich's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Heidenreich affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Heidenreich is affiliated with Upmc St Margaret, Allegheny Valley Hospital, Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Heidenreich practices?
Upmc St Margaret (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Allegheny Valley Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System (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 Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania
Dr. Heidenreich's 38 Medicare procedures are above the Natrona Heights average of 27. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Natrona Heights.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Gaffney | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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