Dr. Alfred Hanmer, M.D.
Contact & Location
617-964-0024
Newton, MA 02462
Dr. Hanmer performs more hip replacement procedures than 71% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #34 of 121 ranked hip surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Hanmer
Practice. Dr. Alfred Hanmer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Newton, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 61 hip replacements and 33 knee replacements, 94 procedures in all. That is #34 in Massachusetts for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 60 procedures a year to 94, up 57%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 61 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Newton has 3 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 | 21 | 39 |
| 2014 | 19 | 21 |
| 2015 | 40 | 27 |
| 2016 | 60 | 36 |
| 2017 | 41 | 40 |
| 2018 | 56 | 35 |
| 2019 | 80 | 41 |
| 2020 | 56 | 30 |
| 2021 | 83 | 43 |
| 2022 | 70 | 31 |
| 2023 | 76 | 42 |
| 2024 | 61 | 33 |
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. Hanmer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hanmer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 57% from 60 procedures in 2013 to 94 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Hanmer
How does Dr. Hanmer's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Hanmer has performed 94 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hanmer ranks #61 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hanmer perform?
Dr. Hanmer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (61 cases) and knee replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hanmer in Newton?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Newton 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Hanmer 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. Hanmer's total volume across all insurers at roughly 300 to 390 procedures against the 94 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. Hanmer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hanmer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 60 procedures in 2013 to 94 in the most recent data, a 57% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 126 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Hanmer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hanmer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (61 cases), knee replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Hanmer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Newton?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Newton, Dr. Hanmer ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Hanmer has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Newton, Massachusetts
Dr. Hanmer's 94 Medicare procedures are above the Newton average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Newton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Quinn | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Elrod | 30 | Hip, Knee |
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