How many orthopedic surgeons are ranked in West Virginia?

Our West Virginia directory includes 57 orthopedic surgeons who performed a combined 2,653 Medicare joint replacement procedures. These surgeons are ranked by verified Medicare procedure volume across hip, knee, and shoulder replacements, providing transparent data to help patients compare experience levels.

Who is the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in West Virginia?

Jacob M Conjeski, M.D. in Morgantown is currently the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in West Virginia with 124 Medicare procedures. High procedure volume is associated with better patient outcomes, fewer complications, and shorter recovery times according to orthopedic research.

Which cities in West Virginia have the most orthopedic surgeons?

The top cities for orthopedic surgery in West Virginia are: Morgantown (12 surgeons), Huntington (9 surgeons), Charleston (5 surgeons), Martinsburg (4 surgeons), South Charleston (4 surgeons). West Virginia has orthopedic surgeons practicing across 19 cities statewide. Urban medical centers tend to have higher surgeon concentrations and access to advanced surgical technology.

What types of joint replacement procedures are performed in West Virginia?

West Virginia orthopedic surgeons performed 1,712 knee replacements, 735 hip replacements, and 206 shoulder replacements based on Medicare data. Knee replacement is the most common joint replacement procedure nationwide. Many West Virginia surgeons also offer minimally invasive techniques and robotic-assisted surgery for improved precision and faster recovery.

How do I choose the best orthopedic surgeon in West Virginia?

Key factors to consider when choosing an orthopedic surgeon in West Virginia: (1) Medicare procedure volume — higher volume correlates with better outcomes; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings and accreditation; (5) Patient satisfaction scores; (6) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery; (7) Proximity to your home for follow-up appointments.

Does Medicare cover joint replacement surgery in West Virginia?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary joint replacement surgery in West Virginia, including hip, knee, and shoulder replacements. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll typically pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 57 surgeons in our West Virginia rankings accept Medicare.

What is the average cost of joint replacement in West Virginia?

For Medicare beneficiaries in West Virginia, out-of-pocket costs for joint replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Total costs vary by procedure type, hospital vs. outpatient surgery center, and your specific Medicare plan. Hip and knee replacements are increasingly performed as outpatient procedures, which can reduce costs. All ranked West Virginia surgeons accept Medicare assignment.

How is surgeon ranking data verified for West Virginia?

Our West Virginia surgeon rankings are based on CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) public datasets, which track every Medicare-billed procedure by provider NPI number. This data is independently verified by the federal government and represents the most comprehensive publicly available source for surgeon procedure volumes. Rankings are updated annually when new CMS data is published.

57+ Orthopedic Surgeons in West Virginia

1

State Rank

NPI: 1942509518

Jacob M Conjeski, M.D.

Morgantown

WV

124

Verified Cases

#1

State

Hip 56

Knee 68

2

State Rank

NPI: 1225133226

Frederick B Morgan, DO

Princeton

WV

121

Verified Cases

#2

State

Hip 24

Knee 97

3

State Rank

NPI: 1174563092

David L Waxman, MD

Bridgeport

WV

119

Verified Cases

#3

State

Hip 25

Knee 94

4

State Rank

NPI: 1821057621

Charleston

WV

89

Verified Cases

#10

State

Hip 19

Knee 59

Shoulder 11

11

State Rank

NPI: 1417923731

George E Herriott, M.D.

Parkersburg

WV

88

Verified Cases

#11

State

Hip 18

Knee 54

Shoulder 16

12

State Rank

NPI: 1972571875

Clark D Adkins, MD

Charleston

WV

77

Verified Cases

#12

State

Hip 33

Knee 44

13

State Rank

NPI: 1538187364

Princeton

WV

64

Verified Cases

#18

State

Knee 64

19

State Rank

NPI: 1881765766

Joseph P Cincinnati, D.O.

Martinsburg

WV

62

Verified Cases

#19

State

Hip 15

Knee 47

20

State Rank

NPI: 1548502354

Charleston

WV

39

Verified Cases

#28

State

Knee 39

29

State Rank

NPI: 1053388926

Nick L Zervos, M.D.

Morgantown

WV

37

Verified Cases

#29

State

Hip 16

Knee 21

30

State Rank

NPI: 1689885600

Matthew Dietz, MD

Morgantown

WV

35

Verified Cases

#30

State

Hip 14

Knee 21

31

State Rank

NPI: 1154392983

Garth B Wright, M.D.

Charles Town

WV

30

Verified Cases

#31

State

Hip 13

Knee 17

32

State Rank

NPI: 1295701167

Matthew P Darmelio, M.D.

Morgantown

WV

30

Verified Cases

#32

State

Knee 30

33

State Rank

NPI: 1063655470

Joshua B Sykes, M.D.

Bridgeport

WV

30

Verified Cases

#33

State

Shoulder 30

34

State Rank

NPI: 1528223369

John M Tabit, D.O.

Beckley

WV

26

Verified Cases

#34

State

Knee 26

35

State Rank

NPI: 1013968742

John D Crompton, M.D.

Huntington

WV

24

Verified Cases

#35

State

Knee 24

36

State Rank

NPI: 1609062157

Doyle R Sickles, M.D.

Weston

WV

24

Verified Cases

#36

State

Knee 24

37

State Rank

NPI: 1386899664

Chad J Micucci, M.D.

Morgantown

WV

23

Verified Cases

#37

State

Knee 23

38

State Rank

NPI: 1669543567

Troy D Foster, DO

Martinsburg

WV

23

Verified Cases

#38

State

Knee 23

39

State Rank

NPI: 1225252604

Felix H Cheung, MD

Huntington

WV

22

Verified Cases

#39

State

Knee 22

40

State Rank

NPI: 1295807725

Dante A Marra, MD

Triadelphia

WV

19

Verified Cases

#40

State

Knee 19

41

State Rank

NPI: 1396726550

Stephen R Alatis, DO

Weirton

WV

18

Verified Cases

#41

State

Knee 18

42

State Rank

NPI: 1679589196

William R Post, MD

Morgantown

WV

18

Verified Cases

#42

State

Knee 18

43

State Rank

NPI: 1720281306

Matthew K Nelson, M.D.

Beckley

WV

17

Verified Cases

#43

State

Knee 17

44

State Rank

NPI: 1679508337

Walid H Azzo, MD.PH.D.

Bluefield

WV

16

Verified Cases

#44

State

Knee 16

45

State Rank

NPI: 1982898185

Michael D Myers, D.O.

Glen Dale

WV

16

Verified Cases

#45

State

Knee 16

46

State Rank

NPI: 1104145135

Freddie D Persinger, D.O.

South Charleston

WV

14

Verified Cases

#46

State

Knee 14

47

State Rank

NPI: 1457372112

David E Ede, MD

Charleston

WV

14

Verified Cases

#47

State

Knee 14

48

State Rank

NPI: 1104998715

John W Buschman, DO

Martinsburg

WV

14

Verified Cases

#48

State

Shoulder 14

49

State Rank

NPI: 1134186836

Luis E Bolano, M.D.

Huntington

WV

14

Verified Cases

#49

State

Shoulder 14

50

State Rank

NPI: 1891795209

John J Jasko, M.D.

Huntington

WV

14

Verified Cases

#50

State

Shoulder 14

51

State Rank

NPI: 1336594621

Michael Seem, M.D.

Martinsburg

WV

13

Verified Cases

#51

State

Hip 13

52

State Rank

NPI: 1407879075

James B Cox, D.O.

Hurricane

WV

13

Verified Cases

#52

State

Knee 13

53

State Rank

NPI: 1033566369

Erik Stapleton, D.O.

Ronceverte

WV

12

Verified Cases

#53

State

Knee 12

54

State Rank

NPI: 1124463807

Ronald A Sismondo, M.D.

Wheeling

WV

12

Verified Cases

#54

State

Knee 12

55

State Rank

NPI: 1982675054

Richard E Topping, MD

Elkins

WV

11

Verified Cases

#55

State

Hip 11

56

State Rank

NPI: 1770574212

Charles P Capito, MD

Weirton

WV

11

Verified Cases

#56

State

Knee 11

57

State Rank

NPI: 1932122512

Phillip D Surface, D.O

South Charleston

WV

11

Verified Cases

#57

State

Knee 11

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