Dr. Nikkole Haines, MD
Dr. Nikkole Haines is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Haines has performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#156 in Pennsylvania) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Haines performs below average in knee (33 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (21 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Haines's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (33 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Hershey is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hershey area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Haines extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 54 in the most recent data, a 238% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Haines's 33 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Haines Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Hershey, PA 17033
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Haines's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 238% from 16 procedures in 2017 to 54 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. Haines
How does Dr. Haines's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Haines has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Haines ranks #161 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Haines perform?
Dr. Haines's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Haines in Hershey?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Hershey 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. Haines 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. Haines's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Haines's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Haines's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2017 to 54 in the most recent data, a 238% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2020.
Does Dr. Haines perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Haines's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Haines affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Haines is affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health. Dr. Haines maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Haines compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hershey?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Hershey, Dr. Haines ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Hershey has 75 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Haines practices?
Carolinas Medical Center/Behav Health (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 Hershey, Pennsylvania
Dr. Haines's 54 Medicare procedures are below the Hershey average of 55. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hershey.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Davis | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Mason | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arun Kumar | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gary Updegrove | 39 | Shoulder |
| Dr. April Armstrong | 21 | Shoulder |
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