Dr. Georges Almacari, M.D.
Contact & Location
Brockton, MA 02301
Dr. Georges Almacari is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Brockton, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Almacari has completed 96 knee replacements (#21 in Massachusetts), 48 hip replacements, and 24 shoulder replacements, totaling 168 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Almacari performs above average in knee (96 vs 50 avg), near average in hip (48 vs 44 avg), below average in shoulder (24 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Almacari performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (96 cases), followed by hip replacements (48) and shoulder replacements (24).
Dr. Almacari is the only orthopedic surgeon in Brockton represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Almacari extend back to 2014, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 168 in the most recent data, a 1300% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Almacari's 96 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Almacari Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Almacari's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 1300% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 168 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. Almacari
How does Dr. Almacari's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Almacari has performed 168 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Almacari ranks #22 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Almacari perform?
Dr. Almacari performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (96 cases), hip replacement (48 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Where is Dr. Almacari's practice located?
Dr. Almacari practices in Brockton, Massachusetts. The office is located at 110 Liberty St, Brockton, MA 02301. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Almacari for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Almacari represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Almacari's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 168 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Almacari's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Almacari's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 168 in the most recent data, a 1300% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 177 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Almacari perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Almacari's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (96 cases), hip replacement (48 cases), shoulder replacement (24 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Almacari among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Almacari affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Almacari is affiliated with Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital, New England Baptist Hospital, Falmouth Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Almacari practices?
Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); New England Baptist Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Falmouth Hospital (4 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.
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