Dr. John Doherty, MD
Contact & Location
Scranton, PA 18508
Dr. John Doherty is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scranton, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Doherty has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#211 in Pennsylvania) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Doherty performs below average in knee (24 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Doherty's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Scranton is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Scranton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Doherty's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 116 procedures in 2015 before settling at 42 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Doherty's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Doherty Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Doherty's recorded volume peaked at 116 procedures in 2015 and stood at 42 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Doherty
How does Dr. Doherty's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Doherty has performed 42 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. Doherty ranks #210 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Doherty perform?
Dr. Doherty's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Doherty in Scranton?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton 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. Doherty 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. Doherty's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Doherty's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Doherty's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 116 procedures in 2015 and was 42 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.
Does Dr. Doherty perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Doherty's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Doherty compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scranton?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton, Dr. Doherty ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Scranton has 74 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Dr. Doherty's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Scranton average of 60. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scranton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Mercuri | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mirza Shahid Baig | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Gillette | 60 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Colleran | 60 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Theodore Tomaszewski | 57 | Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Sutton | 50 | Hip, Knee |
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