Shoulder
Dr. Stacey Gallacher, MD
Dr. Stacey Gallacher is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Haven, Connecticut. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Gallacher has performed 14 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #20 in Connecticut.
In Connecticut, Dr. Gallacher performs below average in shoulder (14 vs 24 avg).
Dr. Gallacher's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 14 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
New Haven is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New Haven area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gallacher first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Gallacher's 14 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Gallacher Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Contact & Location
New Haven, CT 06519
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Gallacher
How does Dr. Gallacher's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Gallacher has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Connecticut average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gallacher ranks #89 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gallacher perform?
Dr. Gallacher's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Gallacher with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Gallacher ranks #20 in Connecticut for shoulder replacement with 14 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 101 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gallacher in New Haven?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in New Haven 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. Gallacher 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. Gallacher's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gallacher affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gallacher is affiliated with Centrastate Medical Center. Dr. Gallacher maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Gallacher compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New Haven?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in New Haven, Dr. Gallacher ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New Haven has 51 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gallacher practices?
Centrastate Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New Haven, Connecticut
Dr. Gallacher's 14 Medicare procedures are below the New Haven average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Haven.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lee Rubin | 51 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allen Nicholson | 43 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Ilda Molloy | 39 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Leslie | 20 | Hip |
| Dr. Kenneth Donohue | 19 | Shoulder |
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