Dr. Joseph Choi, M.D.
Contact & Location
570-888-5858
Sayre, PA 18840
Dr. Choi performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 69% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #29 of 95 ranked shoulder surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Choi
Practice. Dr. Joseph Choi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Sayre, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 31 shoulder replacements. That is #29 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 62 in 2018 and stands at 31 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 31 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Sayre has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Choi also holds hospital privileges in PA and NY, a practice that extends beyond Pennsylvania.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 62 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 31 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Choi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in Pennsylvania
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Choi's recorded volume peaked at 62 procedures in 2018 and stood at 31 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Choi
How does Dr. Choi's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Choi has performed 31 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. Choi ranks #254 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Choi perform?
Dr. Choi's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 31 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Choi in Sayre?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Sayre 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. Choi 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Choi's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 110 procedures against the 31 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. Choi's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Choi's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 62 procedures in 2018 and was 31 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. Choi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Choi is affiliated with Robert Packer Hospital, Corning Hospital. Dr. Choi maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Choi practices?
Robert Packer Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Corning 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 Sayre, Pennsylvania
Dr. Choi's 31 Medicare procedures are below the Sayre average of 91. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Sayre.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mason Stilwell | 151 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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