Dr. Julius Oni, MD
Dr. Julius Oni is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Oni has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#72 in Pennsylvania) and 44 hip replacements, for a combined total of 101 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Oni performs above average in knee (57 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (44 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Oni's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and hip replacements (44 cases).
Philadelphia is home to 33 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Philadelphia area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Oni extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 101 in the most recent data, a 818% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Oni's 57 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Oni Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Philadelphia, PA 19141
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Oni's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 818% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 101 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Oni
How does Dr. Oni's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Oni has performed 101 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Oni ranks #75 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Oni perform?
Dr. Oni's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and hip replacement (44 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Oni in Philadelphia?
Yes. There are 33 orthopedic surgeons in Philadelphia 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. Oni 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. Oni's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 101 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Oni's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Oni's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 101 in the most recent data, a 818% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 101 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Oni perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Oni's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), hip replacement (44 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Oni compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Philadelphia?
Among the 33 orthopedic surgeons in Philadelphia, Dr. Oni ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Philadelphia has 200 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Dr. Oni's 101 Medicare procedures are below the Philadelphia average of 156. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Philadelphia.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Purtill | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Melnic | 181 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Israelite | 181 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Sizer | 161 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Nelson | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Courtney | 129 | Hip, Knee |
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