Harry W. Schmaltz
Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions

Overview

Philosophy of care | I see my role as helping people understand their medical condition and helping them make informed decisions about their treatment options. | Why I entered medicine | I found the challenge of understanding the science of the human body and using that knowledge to improve patients lives irresistible. | Community involvement | Arthritis Foundation, Pennsylvania Orthopedic Society Board of Directors (past), American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Board of Councilors (past), Vestry of Church of the Epiphany, Chair of Water Quality Committee of Lake Wino | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. |.

Dr. Schmaltz is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

Graduate Institution

Temple University-College Of Liberal Arts, Doctor Of Medicine (MD), 1983

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton, PA- 1988

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger-Community Medical Center
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City
Regional Hospital Of Scranton
Wayne Memorial Hospital
Endless Mountains Health Systems

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Avalon Health Care
  • MEDICARE PDP
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

LVPG Orthopedics and Sports Medicine-Dickson City
334 Main Street, Dickson City, PA 18519

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Schmaltz has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Hip Replacement
Knee Replacement
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Is Dr. Harry W. Schmaltz a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Harry W. Schmaltz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Harry W. Schmaltz specialize in?

While Dr. Harry W. Schmaltz is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Harry W. Schmaltz accept my insurance?

Dr. Harry W. Schmaltz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-307-1767 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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