Dr. Stephen Martinkovich, M.D.
Contact & Location
412-359-6501
Monroeville, PA 15146
Dr. Martinkovich performs more hip replacement procedures than 34% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #136 of 208 ranked hip surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Martinkovich
Practice. Dr. Stephen Martinkovich is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 21 hip replacements and 20 knee replacements, 41 procedures in all. That is #136 in Pennsylvania for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume peaked at 123 in 2022 and stands at 41 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 36. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Monroeville has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 34 | 46 |
| 2022 | 52 | 71 |
| 2023 | 19 | 0 |
| 2024 | 21 | 20 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Martinkovich Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Martinkovich's recorded volume peaked at 123 procedures in 2022 and stood at 41 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
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Prehabilitation: Preparing Your Body for SurgeryEvidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Martinkovich
How does Dr. Martinkovich's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Martinkovich has performed 41 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. Martinkovich ranks #213 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Martinkovich perform?
Dr. Martinkovich's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases) and knee replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Martinkovich in Monroeville?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Monroeville 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. Martinkovich represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Martinkovich's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 41 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Martinkovich's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Martinkovich's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 123 procedures in 2022 and was 41 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Martinkovich perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Martinkovich's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (21 cases), knee replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Martinkovich affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Martinkovich is affiliated with Forbes Hospital, Allegheny General Hospital, West Penn Hospital, Allegheny Valley Hospital, Independence Health System Westmoreland Hospital.
How does Dr. Martinkovich compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Monroeville?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Monroeville, Dr. Martinkovich ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Martinkovich is among the highest-volume surgeons in Monroeville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Martinkovich practices?
Forbes Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Allegheny General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); West Penn Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Dr. Martinkovich's 41 Medicare procedures are below the Monroeville average of 51. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Monroeville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Moore | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alan Wilson | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Mosier | 17 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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