Dr. Dante Brittis, M.D.
Contact & Location
203-337-2600
Fairfield, CT 06825
Dr. Brittis performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 57% of orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 26 ranked shoulder surgeons in Connecticut.
About Dr. Brittis
Practice. Dr. Dante Brittis is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fairfield, Connecticut. The latest annual CMS data records 28 shoulder replacements. That is #11 in Connecticut for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 28, up 133%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 28 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Fairfield has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 28 |
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. Brittis Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brittis's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 133% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 28 in the most recent data.
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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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brittis
How does Dr. Brittis's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Brittis has performed 28 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Connecticut average is 49 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Brittis ranks #57 out of 94 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brittis perform?
Dr. Brittis's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 28 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Brittis with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Brittis ranks #11 in Connecticut for shoulder replacement with 28 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 94 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brittis in Fairfield?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Fairfield 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. Brittis 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. Brittis's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 100 procedures against the 28 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. Brittis's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brittis's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 28 in the most recent data, a 133% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 30 procedures in 2017.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brittis affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brittis is affiliated with St Vincent'S Medical Center, Bridgeport Hospital, Griffin Hospital.
How does Dr. Brittis compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fairfield?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Fairfield, Dr. Brittis ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brittis is among the highest-volume surgeons in Fairfield.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brittis practices?
St Vincent'S Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bridgeport Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Griffin Hospital (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 Fairfield, Connecticut
Dr. Brittis's 28 Medicare procedures are above the Fairfield average of 27. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fairfield.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Malin | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Morrison | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Driesman | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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