Dr. Kyle Messick, MD
Contact & Location
717-339-2500
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Dr. Messick performs more knee replacement procedures than 77% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #70 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Messick
Dr. Kyle Messick is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Messick performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#70 in Pennsylvania) and 36 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 102 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Messick performs above the state average in knee (66 vs 47), near the state average in hip (36 vs 37).
Dr. Messick's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (66 cases) and hip replacements (36 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Messick holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Gettysburg is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gettysburg area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Messick extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 38 to 102 in the most recent data, a 168% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Messick's 66 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 38 |
| 2014 | 0 | 50 |
| 2015 | 14 | 45 |
| 2016 | 13 | 56 |
| 2017 | 27 | 54 |
| 2018 | 23 | 48 |
| 2019 | 31 | 40 |
| 2020 | 31 | 57 |
| 2021 | 31 | 62 |
| 2022 | 37 | 48 |
| 2023 | 38 | 62 |
| 2024 | 36 | 66 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Messick Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Messick's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 168% from 38 procedures in 2013 to 102 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Messick
How does Dr. Messick's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Messick has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Messick ranks #73 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Messick perform?
Dr. Messick's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (36 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Messick in Gettysburg?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Gettysburg 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. Messick 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Messick's total volume across all insurers at roughly 340 to 430 procedures against the 102 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. Messick's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Messick's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 38 procedures in 2013 to 102 in the most recent data, a 168% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 102 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Messick perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Messick's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (36 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Messick affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Messick is affiliated with Gettysburg Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital, Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital, Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Messick practices?
Gettysburg Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wellspan York Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Dr. Messick's 102 Medicare procedures are above the Gettysburg average of 92. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gettysburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Gillis | 81 | Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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