Shoulder
Dr. Kieran Cody, M.D.
Dr. Kieran Cody is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cody has performed 57 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #7 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Cody performs above average in shoulder (57 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Cody's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 57 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.
Doylestown is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Doylestown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cody extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 57 in the most recent data, a 280% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cody's 57 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 28, ranking #189 nationally.
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. Cody Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Doylestown, PA 18901
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cody's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 280% from 15 procedures in 2016 to 57 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. Cody
How does Dr. Cody's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Cody has performed 57 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cody ranks #150 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cody perform?
Dr. Cody's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 57 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Cody with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Cody ranks #7 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement with 57 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 388 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cody in Doylestown?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown 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. Cody 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. Cody's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 57 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cody's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cody's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2016 to 57 in the most recent data, a 280% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 57 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cody affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cody is affiliated with Doylestown Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus, St Mary Medical Center, St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus, Hospital Of Univ Of Pennsylvania.
How does Dr. Cody compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Doylestown, Dr. Cody ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Doylestown has 204 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cody practices?
Doylestown Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Mary Medical Center (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 Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Cody's 57 Medicare procedures are below the Doylestown average of 110. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Doylestown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Vikoren | 204 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Burrows | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Steere | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Boylan | 47 | Knee |
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