Dr. Salvatore Lacognata is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gilbert, Arizona. In 2023, Dr. Lacognata performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#78 in Arizona) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
Dr. Lacognata's 53 Medicare procedures are near the Arizona median of 46. The state has 190 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Lacognata's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Gilbert is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gilbert area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lacognata
How does Dr. Lacognata's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Lacognata performed 53 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Lacognata ranks #83 out of 190 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lacognata perform?
Dr. Lacognata's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lacognata in Gilbert?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lacognata represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Lacognata's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gilbert, Arizona
Compare Dr. Lacognata's volume with other surgeons practicing in Gilbert.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Maxwell Thomas | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Bryce | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Myerthall | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kipling Sharpe | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Earl Feng | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Woodruff | 85 | Hip, Knee |
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