Dr. H Schaaf, MD
Dr. H Schaaf is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Limerick, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schaaf has performed 44 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#111 in Pennsylvania) and 41 hip replacements, for a combined total of 85 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Schaaf performs near average in knee (44 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (41 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Schaaf's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (44 cases) and hip replacements (41 cases).
Limerick is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Limerick area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Schaaf extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 48 to 85 in the most recent data, a 77% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Schaaf's 44 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. Schaaf Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Limerick, PA 19468
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schaaf's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 77% from 48 procedures in 2013 to 85 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Schaaf
How does Dr. Schaaf's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Schaaf has performed 85 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schaaf ranks #91 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schaaf perform?
Dr. Schaaf's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases) and hip replacement (41 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schaaf in Limerick?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Limerick 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. Schaaf 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. Schaaf's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 85 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schaaf's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schaaf's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 48 procedures in 2013 to 85 in the most recent data, a 77% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 114 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Schaaf perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schaaf's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (41 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Schaaf compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Limerick?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Limerick, Dr. Schaaf ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Schaaf is among the highest-volume surgeons in Limerick.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Limerick, Pennsylvania
Dr. Schaaf's 85 Medicare procedures are below the Limerick average of 96. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Limerick.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Carl Deirmengian | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Mazur | 48 | Knee |
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