Dr. Jeffrey Sewecke, DO
Dr. Jeffrey Sewecke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sewecke has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#207 in Pennsylvania) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Sewecke performs below average in knee (24 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Sewecke's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Pittsburgh is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pittsburgh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sewecke extend back to 2013, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 40 in the most recent data, a 186% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Sewecke's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Sewecke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sewecke's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 186% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 40 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. Sewecke
How does Dr. Sewecke's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Sewecke has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sewecke ranks #211 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sewecke perform?
Dr. Sewecke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sewecke in Pittsburgh?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh 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. Sewecke 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. Sewecke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sewecke's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sewecke's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 40 in the most recent data, a 186% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 44 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Sewecke perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sewecke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sewecke affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sewecke is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital, Ahn Wexford Hospital, Jefferson Hospital, Grove City Hospital.
How does Dr. Sewecke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Sewecke ranks #23 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pittsburgh has 196 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sewecke practices?
Allegheny General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ahn Wexford Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Jefferson Hospital (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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Sewecke's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 105. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryce Braaksma | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Omalley | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Wilkie | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Klatt | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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