Dr. Michael Oplinger, M.D.
Contact & Location
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Dr. Michael Oplinger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Oplinger has completed 48 knee replacements (#97 in Pennsylvania), 19 shoulder replacements, and 18 hip replacements, totaling 85 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Oplinger performs near average in knee (48 vs 47 avg), below average in shoulder (19 vs 28 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Oplinger performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (48 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (19) and hip replacements (18).
Camp Hill is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Camp Hill area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Oplinger extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 46 to 85 in the most recent data, a 85% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Oplinger's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. 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.
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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 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. Oplinger's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 85 procedures shown here.
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.
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 |
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