Dr. Joshua Port, MD
Contact & Location
Altoona, PA 16602
Dr. Joshua Port is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Altoona, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Port has performed 34 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#21 in Pennsylvania) and 16 knee replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Port performs above average in shoulder (34 vs 28 avg), below average in knee (16 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Port's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (34 cases) and knee replacements (16 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. Port extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 33 to 50 in the most recent data, a 52% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Port's 34 verified procedures is near the national average of 29.
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. Port Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Port's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 52% from 33 procedures in 2013 to 50 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. Port
How does Dr. Port's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Port has performed 50 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. Port ranks #177 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Port perform?
Dr. Port's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (34 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Port 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. Port 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. Port's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Port's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Port's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2013 to 50 in the most recent data, a 52% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Port perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Port's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (34 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Port affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Port is affiliated with Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, Upmc Altoona, Conemaugh Miners Medical Center.
How does Dr. Port compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Altoona?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Altoona, Dr. Port ranks #4 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. Port practices?
Conemaugh Nason Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Upmc Altoona (2 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 Altoona, Pennsylvania
Dr. Port's 50 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. Jonathan Van Kleunen | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Singer | 13 | Knee |
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