Dr. Seth Baublitz, DO
Contact & Location
Lancaster, PA 17601
Dr. Seth Baublitz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Baublitz has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #238 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Baublitz performs below average in knee (20 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Baublitz's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 20 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Lancaster is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lancaster area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Baublitz extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 20 in the most recent data, a 82% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Baublitz's 20 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. Baublitz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Baublitz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 82% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 20 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Baublitz
How does Dr. Baublitz's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Baublitz has performed 20 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. Baublitz ranks #307 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Baublitz perform?
Dr. Baublitz's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Baublitz in Lancaster?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster 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. Baublitz 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. Baublitz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Baublitz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Baublitz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 20 in the most recent data, a 82% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 20 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Baublitz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Baublitz is affiliated with Upmc Lititz.
How does Dr. Baublitz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster, Dr. Baublitz ranks #17 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lancaster has 169 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Baublitz practices?
Upmc Lititz (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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Dr. Baublitz's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Lancaster average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lancaster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Renz | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Tocks | 127 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Young Jee | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Becker | 104 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Cooke | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Poorman | 97 | Hip, Knee |
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