Dr. Michael Bercik, M.D.
Contact & Location
Lancaster, PA 17601
Dr. Michael Bercik is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Bercik has performed 41 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #17 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Bercik performs above average in shoulder (41 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Bercik's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 41 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.
Lancaster is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lancaster area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bercik extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 41 in the most recent data, a 128% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bercik's 41 verified procedures is above the national average of 29.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Bercik Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bercik's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 128% from 18 procedures in 2018 to 41 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Bercik
How does Dr. Bercik's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Bercik has performed 41 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. Bercik ranks #215 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bercik perform?
Dr. Bercik's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 41 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Bercik with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Bercik ranks #17 in Pennsylvania for shoulder replacement with 41 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 376 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bercik in Lancaster?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster 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. Bercik 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. Bercik's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bercik's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bercik's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2018 to 41 in the most recent data, a 128% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 47 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bercik affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bercik is affiliated with Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center, Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital, Upmc Lititz.
How does Dr. Bercik compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster, Dr. Bercik ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lancaster has 169 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bercik practices?
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lancaster General Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital (4 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Dr. Bercik's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Lancaster average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lancaster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Renz | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Tocks | 127 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Young Jee | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Becker | 104 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Cooke | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Poorman | 97 | Hip, Knee |
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