Dr. Frank Johannes J. Plate

Dr. Plate has performed 50 knee replacement surgeries (total knee arthroplasty), placing among the top 21% of surgeons nationwide for this procedure. This very high volume of experience is a meaningful indicator when choosing a knee replacement surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA, as medical research has consistently linked higher procedure volumes with improved patient outcomes and lower complication rates.

Dr. Plate has performed 24 hip replacement surgeries (total hip arthroplasty), placing among the top 29% of surgeons nationwide for this procedure. This above average volume of experience is a meaningful indicator when choosing a hip replacement surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA, as medical research has consistently linked higher procedure volumes with improved patient outcomes and lower complication rates.

Dr. Frank Johannes J. Plate provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 65% below the billed amount.

Dr. Frank Johannes J. Plate delivers rehabilitation services to restore function, strength, and mobility, with therapy procedure using a special bandage and vacuum pump, surface area 50.0 sq cm or less being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 77% below the billed amount.

Dr. Frank Johannes J. Plate performs therapeutic injections and minor procedures, with joint injection being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 81% below the billed amount.

Dr. Frank Johannes J. Plate performs surgical procedures, including replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee and computer-assisted surgery for muscle and bone procedure and replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 85% below the billed amount.

Dr. Frank Johannes J. Plate provides medical care in patients' homes and residential settings, with home health certification being a key part of his practice. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 75% below the billed amount.