Dr. Harry Schmaltz, M.D.
Dr. Harry Schmaltz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dickson City, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schmaltz has performed 119 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#21 in Pennsylvania) and 85 hip replacements, for a combined total of 204 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Schmaltz performs well above average in knee (119 vs 45 avg), well above average in hip (85 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Schmaltz's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (119 cases) and hip replacements (85 cases).
Dickson City is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dickson City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Schmaltz extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 172 to 204 in the most recent data, a 19% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Schmaltz's 119 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. Schmaltz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Dickson City, PA 18519
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Schmaltz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 19% from 172 procedures in 2013 to 204 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. Schmaltz
How does Dr. Schmaltz's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Schmaltz has performed 204 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Schmaltz ranks #11 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Schmaltz perform?
Dr. Schmaltz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (119 cases) and hip replacement (85 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Schmaltz in Dickson City?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Dickson City 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. Schmaltz 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. Schmaltz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 204 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Schmaltz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Schmaltz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 172 procedures in 2013 to 204 in the most recent data, a 19% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 204 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Schmaltz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Schmaltz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (119 cases), hip replacement (85 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Schmaltz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Schmaltz is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City, Wayne Memorial Hospital, Endless Mountains Health Systems, Regional Hospital Of Scranton.
How does Dr. Schmaltz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Dickson City?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Dickson City, Dr. Schmaltz ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Schmaltz has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Schmaltz practices?
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wayne Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Endless Mountains Health Systems (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Dickson City, Pennsylvania
Dr. Schmaltz's 204 Medicare procedures are above the Dickson City average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dickson City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Henzes | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Ghigiarelli | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Samujh | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Tracy | 41 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Jordan | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Alan Gillick | 13 | Hip |
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