Dr. Michael Omalley, MD
Contact & Location
412-802-4139
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
About Dr. Omalley
Dr. Michael Omalley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Omalley performed 95 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#42 in Pennsylvania) and 61 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 156 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Omalley performs well above the state average in knee (95 vs 47), above the state average in hip (61 vs 37).
Dr. Omalley's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (95 cases) and hip replacements (61 cases).
Pittsburgh is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pittsburgh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Omalley extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 42 to 156 in the most recent data, a 271% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Omalley's 95 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 17 | 25 |
| 2016 | 14 | 15 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 17 | 0 |
| 2019 | 31 | 13 |
| 2020 | 37 | 24 |
| 2021 | 43 | 44 |
| 2022 | 36 | 72 |
| 2023 | 58 | 79 |
| 2024 | 61 | 95 |
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. Omalley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Omalley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 271% from 42 procedures in 2015 to 156 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. Omalley
How does Dr. Omalley's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Omalley has performed 156 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Omalley ranks #40 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Omalley perform?
Dr. Omalley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (95 cases) and hip replacement (61 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Omalley in Pittsburgh?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh 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. Omalley 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. Omalley's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 156 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Omalley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Omalley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2015 to 156 in the most recent data, a 271% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 156 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Omalley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Omalley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (95 cases), hip replacement (61 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Omalley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Omalley is affiliated with Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside, Upmc East, Upmc St Margaret, Upmc Passavant.
How does Dr. Omalley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Omalley ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Omalley is among the highest-volume surgeons in Pittsburgh.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Omalley practices?
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc East (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc St Margaret (3 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 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Omalley's 156 Medicare procedures are above the Pittsburgh average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryce Braaksma | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 124 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yram Groff | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Yakish | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Diamond | 72 | Hip, Knee |
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