Dr. John Tilzey, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. John Tilzey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Burlington, Massachusetts. In 2023, Dr. Tilzey performed 45 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#68 in Massachusetts) and 42 hip replacements (#49 in Massachusetts), for a combined total of 87 procedures. This volume reflects significant experience in joint replacement surgery in Massachusetts.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement
45 verified cases
#68 in Massachusetts
Hip Replacement
42 verified cases
#49 in Massachusetts

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Tilzey

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (87 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Tilzey, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 781-744-8886
Lahey Clinic
Burlington, MA 01805
NPI: 1366541732
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
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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.