Dr. Kevin Colleran, M.D.
Contact & Location
570-961-3823
Scranton, PA 18508
Dr. Colleran performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 76% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #22 of 95 ranked shoulder surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Colleran
Practice. Dr. Kevin Colleran is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 34 shoulder replacements and 26 knee replacements, 60 procedures in all. That is #22 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 48 and 92 procedures a year.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Scranton has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 | 29 | 19 |
| 2014 | 16 | 33 | 33 |
| 2015 | 18 | 46 | 28 |
| 2016 | 0 | 50 | 25 |
| 2017 | 11 | 44 | 23 |
| 2018 | 20 | 41 | 26 |
| 2019 | 0 | 38 | 31 |
| 2020 | 0 | 30 | 28 |
| 2021 | 0 | 23 | 25 |
| 2022 | 0 | 25 | 26 |
| 2023 | 13 | 35 | 33 |
| 2024 | 0 | 26 | 34 |
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, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Colleran Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Colleran's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 48 to 92 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Colleran
How does Dr. Colleran's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Colleran has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Colleran ranks #141 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Colleran perform?
Dr. Colleran's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (34 cases) and knee replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Colleran in Scranton?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton 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. Colleran 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, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Colleran's total volume across all insurers at roughly 180 to 230 procedures against the 60 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. Colleran's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Colleran's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 48 to 92 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Colleran perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Colleran's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (34 cases), knee replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Colleran affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Colleran is affiliated with Geisinger Community Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Colleran compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scranton?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton, Dr. Colleran ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Scranton has 74 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Colleran practices?
Geisinger Community Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center (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 Scranton, Pennsylvania
Dr. Colleran's 60 Medicare procedures are at the Scranton average of 60. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scranton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Mercuri | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mirza Shahid Baig | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Gillette | 60 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Theodore Tomaszewski | 57 | Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Sutton | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Doherty | 42 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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