Dr. Joseph Farrell, D.O.
Contact & Location
302-644-3311
Lewes, DE 19958
Lewes, DE 19958
Dr. Farrell performs more knee replacement procedures than 72% of orthopedic surgeons in Delaware, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #7 of 25 ranked knee surgeons in Delaware.
About Dr. Farrell
Practice. Dr. Joseph Farrell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lewes, Delaware. The latest annual CMS data records 110 knee replacements and 66 hip replacements, 176 procedures in all. That is #7 in Delaware for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 85 procedures a year to 176, up 107%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 110 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Lewes has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Farrell also holds hospital privileges in DE and MD, a practice that extends beyond Delaware.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 28 | 57 |
| 2016 | 39 | 89 |
| 2017 | 68 | 98 |
| 2018 | 56 | 101 |
| 2019 | 47 | 61 |
| 2020 | 34 | 73 |
| 2021 | 62 | 108 |
| 2022 | 81 | 133 |
| 2023 | 67 | 134 |
| 2024 | 66 | 110 |
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. Farrell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Delaware state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Farrell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 107% from 85 procedures in 2015 to 176 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. Farrell
How does Dr. Farrell's procedure volume compare to other Delaware surgeons?
Dr. Farrell has performed 176 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Delaware average of 101 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Farrell ranks #6 out of 31 orthopedic surgeons in Delaware.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Farrell perform?
Dr. Farrell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (110 cases) and hip replacement (66 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Farrell with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Farrell ranks #7 in Delaware for knee replacement with 110 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 31 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Farrell in Lewes?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Lewes 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. Farrell 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. Farrell's total volume across all insurers at roughly 590 to 740 procedures against the 176 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. Farrell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Farrell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 85 procedures in 2015 to 176 in the most recent data, a 107% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 214 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Farrell perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Farrell's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (110 cases), hip replacement (66 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Farrell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Farrell is affiliated with Beebe Medical Center, Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc. Dr. Farrell maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Farrell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lewes?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Lewes, Dr. Farrell ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Farrell is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lewes.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Farrell practices?
Beebe Medical Center (3 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); Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc (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 Lewes, Delaware
Dr. Farrell's 176 Medicare procedures are above the Lewes average of 118. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lewes.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Wilson Choy | 218 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Cameron Yau | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gita Pillai | 64 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Harriott | 57 | Knee |
| Dr. Edmund Carroll | 34 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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