Dr. Kevin Pinkos, D.O.
Contact & Location
757-953-1814
Portsmouth, VA 23708
South Boston, VA 24592
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Dr. Pinkos performs more knee replacement procedures than 15% of orthopedic surgeons in Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #154 of 183 ranked knee surgeons in Virginia.
About Dr. Pinkos
Practice. Dr. Kevin Pinkos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portsmouth, Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 18 knee replacements and 17 hip replacements, 35 procedures in all. That is #154 in Virginia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 4 years. Volume peaked at 151 in 2017 and stands at 35 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Portsmouth has 3 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 | 34 | 35 |
| 2017 | 69 | 82 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 13 |
| 2024 | 17 | 18 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Pinkos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pinkos's recorded volume peaked at 151 procedures in 2017 and stood at 35 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 Knee Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pinkos
How does Dr. Pinkos's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Pinkos has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Virginia average is 82 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Pinkos ranks #155 out of 229 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pinkos perform?
Dr. Pinkos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pinkos in Portsmouth?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pinkos 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Pinkos's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 35 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. Pinkos's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Pinkos's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 151 procedures in 2017 and was 35 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. Pinkos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pinkos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pinkos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pinkos is affiliated with Chesapeake General Hospital, Chesapeake Reg Mc, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center.
How does Dr. Pinkos compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth, Dr. Pinkos ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pinkos has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pinkos practices?
Chesapeake General Hospital, Chesapeake Reg Mc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sentara Leigh 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 Portsmouth, Virginia
Dr. Pinkos's 35 Medicare procedures are above the Portsmouth average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Portsmouth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Benjamin Westcott | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Luke Balsamo | 33 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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