Dr. Kenneth Urish
Contact & Location
412-641-8609
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
About Dr. Urish
Dr. Kenneth Urish is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Urish performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#228 in Pennsylvania) and 18 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Urish performs below the state average in knee (22 vs 47), below the state average in hip (18 vs 37).
Dr. Urish's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Pittsburgh is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pittsburgh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Urish extend back to 2013, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 40 in the most recent data, a 90% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Urish's 22 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)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 21 |
| 2014 | 14 | 21 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 19 |
| 2019 | 0 | 17 |
| 2020 | 0 | 16 |
| 2021 | 16 | 20 |
| 2022 | 22 | 27 |
| 2023 | 14 | 22 |
| 2024 | 18 | 22 |
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. Urish Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Urish's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 90% from 21 procedures in 2013 to 40 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. Urish
How does Dr. Urish's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Urish has performed 40 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. Urish ranks #216 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Urish perform?
Dr. Urish's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Urish in Pittsburgh?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh 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. Urish 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. Urish's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Urish's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Urish's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2013 to 40 in the most recent data, a 90% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 49 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Urish perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Urish's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Urish affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Urish is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.
How does Dr. Urish compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Urish ranks #26 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pittsburgh has 203 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Urish practices?
Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside (4 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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Urish's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 107. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryce Braaksma | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Omalley | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yram Groff | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Yakish | 75 | Hip, Knee |
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