Dr. Pinak Shukla, MD
Dr. Pinak Shukla is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Janesville, Wisconsin. Dr. Shukla has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#97 in Wisconsin) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Shukla performs below average in knee (23 vs 37 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Shukla's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Janesville is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Janesville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Shukla's Medicare data spans 9 years, beginning in 2014. Volume peaked at 76 procedures in 2021 before settling at 41 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Shukla's 23 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Shukla Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Janesville, WI 53546
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Shukla's recorded volume peaked at 76 procedures in 2021 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Shukla
How does Dr. Shukla's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Shukla has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Wisconsin average is 52 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Shukla ranks #94 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Shukla perform?
Dr. Shukla's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Shukla in Janesville?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Janesville 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 Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Shukla 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. Shukla's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Shukla's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Shukla's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 76 procedures in 2021 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. Shukla perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Shukla's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Shukla affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Shukla is affiliated with Mercy Health System Corp.
How does Dr. Shukla compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Janesville?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Janesville, Dr. Shukla ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Shukla has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Shukla practices?
Mercy Health System Corp (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 Janesville, Wisconsin
Dr. Shukla's 41 Medicare procedures are above the Janesville average of 28. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Janesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Keyes | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sidney Schulman | 28 | Knee |
| Dr. David Pittenger | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. David Nilsen | 16 | Hip |
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