Dr. Peter Wang, M.D
Contact & Location
Colmar, PA 18915
Dr. Peter Wang is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Colmar, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Wang has performed 74 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#56 in Pennsylvania) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 93 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Wang performs above average in knee (74 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Wang's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 80% of reported Medicare volume.
Dr. Wang is the only orthopedic surgeon in Colmar represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Wang extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 93 in the most recent data, a 365% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wang's 74 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. Wang Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wang's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 365% from 20 procedures in 2013 to 93 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. Wang
How does Dr. Wang's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Wang has performed 93 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wang ranks #82 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wang perform?
Dr. Wang's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Where is Dr. Wang's practice located?
Dr. Wang practices in Colmar, Pennsylvania. The office is located at 103 Bethlehem Pike Ste 210, Colmar, PA 18915. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Wang for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wang 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. Wang's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 93 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wang's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wang's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2013 to 93 in the most recent data, a 365% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 93 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Wang perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wang's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (74 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wang affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wang is affiliated with St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus, St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem, St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wang practices?
St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus (5 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 Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus (4 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.
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