Dr. Jonathan Van Kleunen, MD
Contact & Location
Altoona, PA 16602
Dr. Jonathan Van Kleunen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Altoona, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Van Kleunen has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#224 in Pennsylvania) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Van Kleunen performs below average in knee (23 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Van Kleunen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Altoona is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Altoona area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Van Kleunen extend back to 2018, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 28 to 36 in the most recent data, a 29% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Van Kleunen's 23 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. Van Kleunen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Van Kleunen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 29% from 28 procedures in 2018 to 36 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. Van Kleunen
How does Dr. Van Kleunen's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Van Kleunen has performed 36 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. Van Kleunen ranks #232 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Van Kleunen perform?
Dr. Van Kleunen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Van Kleunen in Altoona?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Altoona 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. Van Kleunen 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. Van Kleunen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Van Kleunen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Van Kleunen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2018 to 36 in the most recent data, a 29% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 36 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Van Kleunen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Van Kleunen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Van Kleunen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Van Kleunen is affiliated with Penn Highlands Tyrone, Penn Highlands Dubois, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, Penn Highlands Elk, Upmc Altoona.
How does Dr. Van Kleunen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Altoona?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Altoona, Dr. Van Kleunen ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Altoona has 197 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Van Kleunen practices?
Penn Highlands Tyrone (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Penn Highlands Dubois (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Conemaugh Nason Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Altoona, Pennsylvania
Dr. Van Kleunen's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Altoona average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Altoona.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher McClellan | 197 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Greenleaf | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Tyndall | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joshua Port | 50 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Singer | 13 | Knee |
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