Knee
Dr. Justin Clayton, MD
Dr. Justin Clayton is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reading, Pennsylvania. Dr. Clayton has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #282 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Clayton performs below average in knee (14 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Clayton's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 14 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Reading is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Reading area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Clayton first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Clayton's 14 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Clayton Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Reading, PA 19605
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Clayton
How does Dr. Clayton's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Clayton has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Clayton ranks #348 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Clayton perform?
Dr. Clayton's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Clayton in Reading?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Reading 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. Clayton 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. Clayton's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Clayton affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Clayton is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith. Dr. Clayton maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Clayton practices?
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith (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 Reading, Pennsylvania
Dr. Clayton's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Reading average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reading.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Stelmach | 114 | Hip, Knee |
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