Contact & Location
724-226-1199
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
Dr. Gaffney performs more knee replacement procedures than 11% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #273 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Gaffney
Practice. Dr. Michael Gaffney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 15 knee replacements. That is #273 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 4 years. Volume has held between 15 and 18 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 15 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Natrona Heights has 2 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 15 |
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. 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. Gaffney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gaffney's procedure volume has been consistent across 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 18 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gaffney
How does Dr. Gaffney's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Gaffney has performed 15 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. Gaffney ranks #340 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gaffney perform?
Dr. Gaffney's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gaffney in Natrona Heights?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Natrona Heights 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. Gaffney 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, which puts Dr. Gaffney's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 15 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. Gaffney's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gaffney's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 4 years of Medicare data, ranging from 15 to 18 procedures per year between 2017 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gaffney affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gaffney is affiliated with Upmc St Margaret, Acmh Hospital, Upmc Passavant.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gaffney practices?
Upmc St Margaret (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Acmh Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Upmc Passavant (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 Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania
Dr. Gaffney's 15 Medicare procedures are below the Natrona Heights average of 27. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Natrona Heights.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Fred Heidenreich | 38 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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