Dr. Nikos Pavlides, MD
Contact & Location
Pottstown, PA 19464
Dr. Nikos Pavlides is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Pavlides has performed 87 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#47 in Pennsylvania) and 47 hip replacements, for a combined total of 134 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Pavlides performs above average in knee (87 vs 47 avg), above average in hip (47 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Pavlides's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (87 cases) and hip replacements (47 cases).
Pottstown is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pottstown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pavlides extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 71 to 134 in the most recent data, a 89% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pavlides's 87 verified procedures is above 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. Pavlides Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pavlides's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 89% from 71 procedures in 2013 to 134 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. Pavlides
How does Dr. Pavlides's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Pavlides has performed 134 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pavlides ranks #51 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pavlides perform?
Dr. Pavlides's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (87 cases) and hip replacement (47 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pavlides in Pottstown?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Pottstown 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. Pavlides 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. Pavlides's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 134 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pavlides's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pavlides's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 71 procedures in 2013 to 134 in the most recent data, a 89% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 134 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Pavlides perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pavlides's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (87 cases), hip replacement (47 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pavlides affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pavlides is affiliated with Pottstown Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pavlides practices?
Pottstown Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Phoenixville Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Pavlides's 134 Medicare procedures are above the Pottstown average of 74. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pottstown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Ritterman | 13 | Hip |
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