Dr. Joseph Frank Zabilski, M.D.
Contact & Location
781-934-2400
Plymouth, MA 02360
Duxbury, MA 02332
Sandwich, MA 02563
Dr. Zabilski performs more knee replacement procedures than 80% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #31 of 160 ranked knee surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Zabilski
Practice. Dr. Joseph Frank Zabilski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 83 knee replacements and 45 hip replacements, 128 procedures in all. That is #31 in Massachusetts for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 73 procedures a year to 128, up 75%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 83 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Plymouth has 6 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 | 32 | 41 |
| 2014 | 25 | 34 |
| 2015 | 40 | 50 |
| 2016 | 23 | 47 |
| 2017 | 41 | 62 |
| 2018 | 49 | 65 |
| 2019 | 40 | 83 |
| 2020 | 31 | 68 |
| 2021 | 53 | 59 |
| 2022 | 49 | 82 |
| 2023 | 45 | 96 |
| 2024 | 45 | 83 |
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. Zabilski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zabilski's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 75% from 73 procedures in 2013 to 128 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Zabilski
How does Dr. Zabilski's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Zabilski has performed 128 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Zabilski ranks #36 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zabilski perform?
Dr. Zabilski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (83 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zabilski in Plymouth?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Plymouth 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. Zabilski 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. Zabilski's total volume across all insurers at roughly 430 to 540 procedures against the 128 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. Zabilski's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Zabilski's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 73 procedures in 2013 to 128 in the most recent data, a 75% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 141 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Zabilski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zabilski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (83 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zabilski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zabilski is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Plymouth, Southcoast Hospital Group, Inc, Falmouth Hospital, Cape Cod Hospital.
How does Dr. Zabilski compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Plymouth?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Plymouth, Dr. Zabilski ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Zabilski is among the highest-volume surgeons in Plymouth.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zabilski practices?
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Plymouth (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Southcoast Hospital Group, Inc (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Plymouth, Massachusetts
Dr. Zabilski's 128 Medicare procedures are above the Plymouth average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Plymouth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. R. Scott Oliver | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marcelo Siqueira | 151 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Aman Sharma | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Rightmire | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Walter Stanwood | 41 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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