Dr. Paul Pollice, MD
Dr. Paul Pollice is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pollice has performed 186 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#3 in Pennsylvania) and 87 hip replacements, for a combined total of 273 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Pollice performs well above average in knee (186 vs 45 avg), well above average in hip (87 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Pollice's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (186 cases) and hip replacements (87 cases).
Allentown is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Allentown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pollice extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 184 to 273 in the most recent data, a 48% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pollice's 186 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #71 nationally.
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. Pollice Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Allentown, PA 18104
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pollice's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 48% from 184 procedures in 2013 to 273 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. Pollice
How does Dr. Pollice's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Pollice has performed 273 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Pollice ranks #2 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pollice perform?
Dr. Pollice's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (186 cases) and hip replacement (87 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Pollice with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Pollice ranks #3 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement with 186 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 388 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pollice in Allentown?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown 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. Pollice 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. Pollice's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 273 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pollice's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pollice's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 184 procedures in 2013 to 273 in the most recent data, a 48% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 282 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Pollice perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pollice's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (186 cases), hip replacement (87 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pollice affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pollice is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem, St Luke'S Miners Memorial Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital - Monroe Campus, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono.
How does Dr. Pollice compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Allentown?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown, Dr. Pollice ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pollice has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pollice practices?
Lehigh Valley Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Miners Memorial Hospital (4 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 Allentown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Pollice's 273 Medicare procedures are above the Allentown average of 169. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Allentown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Lebby | 253 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Brown | 211 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregor Hawk | 162 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Anbari | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Gilson | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Brislin | 77 | Knee, Shoulder |
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