Dr. James Zurbach, M.D.
Contact & Location
610-876-0347
Upland, PA 19013
Dr. Zurbach performs more hip replacement procedures than 8% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #190 of 208 ranked hip surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Zurbach
Practice. Dr. James Zurbach is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Upland, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 13 hip replacements. That is #190 in Pennsylvania for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 43 in 2017 and stands at 13 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 13 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Upland has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Zurbach also holds hospital privileges in PA and DE, a practice that extends beyond Pennsylvania.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 14 |
| 2014 | 21 | 13 |
| 2015 | 24 | 15 |
| 2016 | 32 | 0 |
| 2017 | 27 | 16 |
| 2018 | 26 | 13 |
| 2019 | 15 | 12 |
| 2020 | 22 | 12 |
| 2021 | 19 | 16 |
| 2022 | 26 | 0 |
| 2023 | 22 | 14 |
| 2024 | 13 | 0 |
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 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. Zurbach Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zurbach's recorded volume peaked at 43 procedures in 2017 and stood at 13 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Zurbach
How does Dr. Zurbach's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Zurbach has performed 13 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. Zurbach ranks #351 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zurbach perform?
Dr. Zurbach's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zurbach in Upland?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Upland 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. Zurbach 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Zurbach's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 13 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. Zurbach's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Zurbach's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 43 procedures in 2017 and was 13 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zurbach affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zurbach is affiliated with Riddle Memorial Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, The, Lankenau Medical Center, St Francis Hospital. Dr. Zurbach maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Zurbach compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Upland?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Upland, Dr. Zurbach ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Zurbach is among the highest-volume surgeons in Upland.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zurbach practices?
Riddle Memorial Hospital (3 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); Lankenau 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 Upland, Pennsylvania
Dr. Zurbach's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Upland average of 42. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Upland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Raymond Wolfe | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frank Giammattei | 32 | Knee |
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