Dr. James Rubano, M.D., M.B.A.
Contact & Location
302-655-9494
Wilmington, DE 19808
Dr. Rubano performs more knee replacement procedures than 92% of orthopedic surgeons in Delaware, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #2 of 25 ranked knee surgeons in Delaware.
About Dr. Rubano
Practice. Dr. James Rubano is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wilmington, Delaware. The latest annual CMS data records 207 knee replacements and 77 hip replacements, 284 procedures in all. That is #2 in Delaware for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 139 procedures a year to 284, up 104%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 207 procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45. That is #54 nationally.
Local context. Wilmington has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Rubano also holds hospital privileges in DE and PA and MD, a practice that extends beyond Delaware.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 56 | 83 |
| 2014 | 65 | 129 |
| 2015 | 62 | 137 |
| 2016 | 60 | 131 |
| 2017 | 86 | 138 |
| 2018 | 98 | 184 |
| 2019 | 108 | 207 |
| 2020 | 115 | 192 |
| 2021 | 128 | 197 |
| 2022 | 112 | 215 |
| 2023 | 67 | 164 |
| 2024 | 77 | 207 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Rubano Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Delaware state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Rubano's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 104% from 139 procedures in 2013 to 284 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rubano
How does Dr. Rubano's procedure volume compare to other Delaware surgeons?
Dr. Rubano has performed 284 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Delaware average of 101 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Rubano ranks #2 out of 31 orthopedic surgeons in Delaware.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rubano perform?
Dr. Rubano's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (207 cases) and hip replacement (77 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Rubano with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Rubano ranks #2 in Delaware for knee replacement with 207 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 31 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Rubano in Wilmington?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington 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. Rubano 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Rubano's total volume across all insurers at roughly 970 to 1,210 procedures against the 284 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. Rubano's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Rubano's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 139 procedures in 2013 to 284 in the most recent data, a 104% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 327 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Rubano perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Rubano's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (207 cases), hip replacement (77 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rubano affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rubano is affiliated with Christianacare, Chester County Hospital, Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus, Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus, Union Hospital Of Cecil County. Dr. Rubano maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Rubano compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Wilmington, Dr. Rubano ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Rubano is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wilmington.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rubano practices?
Christianacare (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chester County Hospital (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). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wilmington, Delaware
Dr. Rubano's 284 Medicare procedures are above the Wilmington average of 154. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wilmington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Dellose | 328 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nick Patel | 197 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Smucker | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Galinat | 42 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Lynch | 19 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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