Dr. Drew Brady, M.D.
Contact & Location
302-731-2888
Newark, DE 19713
Dr. Brady performs more knee replacement procedures than 32% of orthopedic surgeons in Delaware, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #17 of 25 ranked knee surgeons in Delaware.
About Dr. Brady
Practice. Dr. Drew Brady is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Newark, Delaware. The latest annual CMS data records 81 hip replacements and 34 knee replacements, 115 procedures in all. That is #3 in Delaware for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 42 procedures a year to 115, up 174%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 81 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 36.
Local context. Newark has 11 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 22 | 20 |
| 2014 | 20 | 24 |
| 2015 | 22 | 28 |
| 2016 | 31 | 22 |
| 2017 | 32 | 18 |
| 2018 | 35 | 29 |
| 2019 | 40 | 39 |
| 2020 | 44 | 33 |
| 2021 | 68 | 26 |
| 2022 | 66 | 28 |
| 2023 | 57 | 40 |
| 2024 | 81 | 34 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Brady Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Delaware state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Brady's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 174% from 42 procedures in 2013 to 115 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 Hip Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Brady
How does Dr. Brady's procedure volume compare to other Delaware surgeons?
Dr. Brady has performed 115 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Delaware average of 101 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Brady ranks #11 out of 31 orthopedic surgeons in Delaware.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Brady perform?
Dr. Brady's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (81 cases) and knee replacement (34 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Brady with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Brady ranks #3 in Delaware for hip replacement with 81 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 31 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Brady in Newark?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Newark 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 Delaware surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Brady 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Brady's total volume across all insurers at roughly 370 to 470 procedures against the 115 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. Brady's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Brady's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2013 to 115 in the most recent data, a 174% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 115 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Brady perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Brady's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (81 cases), knee replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brady affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Brady is affiliated with Christianacare, Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus, Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc., Beebe Medical Center.
How does Dr. Brady compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Newark?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Newark, Dr. Brady ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Brady is among the highest-volume surgeons in Newark.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Brady practices?
Christianacare (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus (3 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 Newark, Delaware
Dr. Brady's 115 Medicare procedures are above the Newark average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Newark.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alex Bodenstab | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremie Axe | 113 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Eric Johnson | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Costanzo | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Evan Crain | 60 | Knee |
| Dr. Leonidas Raisis | 34 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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