Dr. Brendan Comer, MD
Contact & Location
Wallingford, CT 06492
Dr. Brendan Comer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wallingford, Connecticut. Dr. Comer has performed 31 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#32 in Connecticut) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
In Connecticut, Dr. Comer performs near average in knee (31 vs 33 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 32 avg).
Dr. Comer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (31 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Wallingford is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wallingford area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Comer first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Comer's 31 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
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.
How Dr. Comer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Comer
How does Dr. Comer's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Comer has performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Connecticut average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Comer ranks #42 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Comer perform?
Dr. Comer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Comer in Wallingford?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Wallingford 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 Connecticut surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Comer represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Comer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Comer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Comer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (31 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Comer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Comer is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center.
How does Dr. Comer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wallingford?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Wallingford, Dr. Comer ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Comer has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Comer practices?
Midstate 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 Wallingford, Connecticut
Dr. Comer's 47 Medicare procedures are above the Wallingford average of 35. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wallingford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ryan Charette | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jon Driscoll | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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