Dr. Nicholas Kubik, MD
Contact & Location
Moon Township, PA 15108
Dr. Nicholas Kubik is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Kubik has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#198 in Pennsylvania) and 17 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Kubik performs below average in knee (25 vs 47 avg), below average in shoulder (17 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Kubik's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and shoulder replacements (17 cases).
Moon Township is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Moon Township area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kubik extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 42 in the most recent data, a 282% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Kubik's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Kubik Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kubik's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 282% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 42 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. Kubik
How does Dr. Kubik's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Kubik has performed 42 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. Kubik ranks #212 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kubik perform?
Dr. Kubik's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and shoulder replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kubik in Moon Township?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Moon Township 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. Kubik 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. Kubik's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kubik's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kubik's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data, a 282% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 45 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Kubik perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kubik's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kubik affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kubik is affiliated with Heritage Valley Sewickley, Heritage Valley Beaver.
How does Dr. Kubik compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Moon Township?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Moon Township, Dr. Kubik ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kubik is among the highest-volume surgeons in Moon Township.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kubik practices?
Heritage Valley Sewickley (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Heritage Valley Beaver (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 Moon Township, Pennsylvania
Dr. Kubik's 42 Medicare procedures are above the Moon Township average of 39. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Moon Township.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stephen Thomas | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Mulholland | 31 | Knee |
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