Dr. Michael Oplinger, M.D.
Contact & Location
717-761-5530
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Dr. Oplinger performs more knee replacement procedures than 68% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #97 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Oplinger
Practice. Dr. Michael Oplinger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 48 knee replacements, 19 shoulder replacements, and 18 hip replacements, 85 procedures in all. That is #97 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 46 procedures a year to 85, up 85%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 48 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Camp Hill has 13 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 28 | 18 | 0 |
| 2014 | 23 | 28 | 12 |
| 2015 | 20 | 31 | 12 |
| 2016 | 14 | 16 | 0 |
| 2017 | 12 | 24 | 12 |
| 2018 | 16 | 28 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 40 | 16 |
| 2020 | 0 | 28 | 0 |
| 2021 | 14 | 47 | 0 |
| 2022 | 23 | 49 | 13 |
| 2023 | 11 | 50 | 14 |
| 2024 | 18 | 48 | 19 |
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, 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Oplinger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Oplinger's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 85% from 46 procedures in 2013 to 85 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. Oplinger
How does Dr. Oplinger's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Oplinger has performed 85 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Oplinger ranks #90 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Oplinger perform?
Dr. Oplinger performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (48 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Oplinger in Camp Hill?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Camp Hill 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. Oplinger 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, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Oplinger's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 350 procedures against the 85 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. Oplinger's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Oplinger's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 46 procedures in 2013 to 85 in the most recent data, a 85% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 85 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Oplinger perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Oplinger's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Oplinger among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Oplinger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Oplinger is affiliated with Upmc Carlisle, Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital, Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital, Upmc Pinnacle Hospitals, Upmc Memorial.
How does Dr. Oplinger compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Camp Hill?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Camp Hill, Dr. Oplinger ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Oplinger is among the highest-volume surgeons in Camp Hill.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Oplinger practices?
Upmc Carlisle (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
Dr. Oplinger's 85 Medicare procedures are above the Camp Hill average of 84. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Camp Hill.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Kim | 178 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ronald Lippe | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Dahl | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Oliverio | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Buerk | 59 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Deluca | 51 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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