Dr. John Buschman, D.O.
Contact & Location
304-263-5200
Martinsburg, WV 25401
Dr. Buschman performs more joint replacement procedures than 13% of orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #39 of 45 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
About Dr. Buschman
Practice. Dr. John Buschman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Martinsburg, West Virginia. The latest annual CMS data records 14 shoulder replacements. That is #7 in West Virginia for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2021 to 2024, 4 years. Volume peaked at 19 in 2021 and stands at 14 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Martinsburg has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Buschman also holds hospital privileges in WV and VA, a practice that extends beyond West Virginia.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 14 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Buschman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the West Virginia state average.
See the Top 25 shoulder replacement surgeons in West Virginia
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Buschman's recorded volume peaked at 19 procedures in 2021 and stood at 14 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Buschman
How does Dr. Buschman's procedure volume compare to other West Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Buschman has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The West Virginia average is 52 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Buschman ranks #39 out of 45 orthopedic surgeons in West Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Buschman perform?
Dr. Buschman's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Buschman with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Buschman ranks #7 in West Virginia for shoulder replacement with 14 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 45 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Buschman in Martinsburg?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Martinsburg 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 West Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Buschman 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Buschman's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 14 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. Buschman's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Buschman's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 19 procedures in 2021 and was 14 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Buschman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Buschman is affiliated with Berkeley Medical Center, Jefferson Medical Center, Winchester Medical Center. Dr. Buschman maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Buschman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Martinsburg?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Martinsburg, Dr. Buschman ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Buschman is among the highest-volume surgeons in Martinsburg.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Buschman practices?
Berkeley Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jefferson Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Winchester Medical Center (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 Martinsburg, West Virginia
Dr. Buschman's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Martinsburg average of 30. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Martinsburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Cincinnati | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Troy Foster | 27 | Knee |
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