Dr. Peter Novak, MD
Dr. Peter Novak is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Novak has performed 14 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#34 in Utah) and 11 knee replacements, for a combined total of 25 procedures.
In Utah, Dr. Novak performs below average in hip (14 vs 35 avg), below average in knee (11 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Novak's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (14 cases) and knee replacements (11 cases).
Salt Lake City is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Salt Lake City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Novak's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 56 procedures in 2013 before settling at 25 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Novak's 14 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Novak Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Contact & Location
Salt Lake City, UT 84124
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Novak's recorded volume peaked at 56 procedures in 2013 and stood at 25 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Novak
How does Dr. Novak's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Novak has performed 25 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Utah average is 59 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Novak ranks #57 out of 89 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Novak perform?
Dr. Novak's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases) and knee replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Novak in Salt Lake City?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City 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 Utah surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Novak 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. Novak's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 25 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Novak's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Novak's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 56 procedures in 2013 and was 25 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. Novak perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Novak's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (14 cases), knee replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Novak affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Novak is affiliated with St Mark'S Hospital.
How does Dr. Novak compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Salt Lake City, Dr. Novak ranks #11 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Salt Lake City has 118 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Novak practices?
St Mark'S Hospital (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Salt Lake City, Utah
Dr. Novak's 25 Medicare procedures are below the Salt Lake City average of 86. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salt Lake City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeremy Gililland | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Oliver Nikolaus | 112 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Peters | 101 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pelt | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Bergeson | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Russell Nelson | 66 | Hip, Knee |
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