Dr. Douglas Peterson, DO

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Douglas Peterson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Danvers, Massachusetts. In 2023, Dr. Peterson performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#126 in Massachusetts) and 11 hip replacements (#117 in Massachusetts), for a combined total of 32 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
21 verified cases
#126 in Massachusetts
Hip Replacement
11 verified cases
#117 in Massachusetts

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Peterson

Medicare volume represents only a portion of a surgeon's practice.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Peterson, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 978-774-3400
4 State Rd
Danvers, MA 01923
NPI: 1477535896
Credentials: DO
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 21 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed DO
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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