Dr. Jeffrey Sewecke, D.O.
Contact & Location
877-660-6777
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Dr. Sewecke performs more knee replacement procedures than 38% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #190 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Sewecke
Practice. Dr. Jeffrey Sewecke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 26 knee replacements and 19 hip replacements, 45 procedures in all. That is #190 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 14 procedures a year to 45, up 221%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 26 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Pittsburgh has 41 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 | 14 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 13 |
| 2017 | 14 | 15 |
| 2018 | 14 | 25 |
| 2019 | 22 | 18 |
| 2020 | 21 | 22 |
| 2021 | 22 | 19 |
| 2022 | 19 | 25 |
| 2023 | 16 | 24 |
| 2024 | 19 | 26 |
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. Sewecke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sewecke's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 221% from 14 procedures in 2013 to 45 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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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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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 45 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. Sewecke ranks #195 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sewecke perform?
Dr. Sewecke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (19 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 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. Sewecke's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 45 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. Sewecke's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sewecke's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2013 to 45 in the most recent data, a 221% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 45 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Sewecke perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sewecke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (19 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, Grove City Hospital, Jefferson Hospital, Canonsburg General Hospital.
How does Dr. Sewecke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Sewecke ranks #24 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pittsburgh has 203 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); Grove City Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). 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 45 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryce Braaksma | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Omalley | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yram Groff | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Yakish | 75 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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