Dr. Michael Marchetti, M.D.
Contact & Location
781-337-5555
Hingham, MA 02043
Dr. Marchetti performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 84% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #7 of 46 ranked shoulder surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Marchetti
Practice. Dr. Michael Marchetti is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hingham, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 50 shoulder replacements, 30 knee replacements, and 17 hip replacements, 97 procedures in all. That is #7 in Massachusetts for shoulder replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 22 procedures a year to 97, up 341%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Hingham has 5 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| 2015 | 11 | 24 | 0 |
| 2016 | 16 | 32 | 0 |
| 2017 | 16 | 26 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 25 | 0 |
| 2019 | 18 | 21 | 0 |
| 2020 | 14 | 22 | 16 |
| 2021 | 16 | 31 | 22 |
| 2022 | 19 | 33 | 29 |
| 2023 | 17 | 28 | 42 |
| 2024 | 17 | 30 | 50 |
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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 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. Marchetti Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Marchetti's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 341% from 22 procedures in 2013 to 97 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Marchetti
How does Dr. Marchetti's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Marchetti has performed 97 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Massachusetts average of 74 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Marchetti ranks #60 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Marchetti perform?
Dr. Marchetti performs all three major joint replacement procedures: shoulder replacement (50 cases), knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Marchetti with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Marchetti ranks #7 in Massachusetts for shoulder replacement with 50 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 203 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Marchetti in Hingham?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Hingham 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. Marchetti 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Marchetti's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 370 procedures against the 97 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. Marchetti's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Marchetti's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2013 to 97 in the most recent data, a 341% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 97 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Marchetti perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Marchetti's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (50 cases), knee replacement (30 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Marchetti among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Marchetti affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Marchetti is affiliated with South Shore Hospital.
How does Dr. Marchetti compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hingham?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Hingham, Dr. Marchetti ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Marchetti is among the highest-volume surgeons in Hingham.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Marchetti practices?
South Shore Hospital (3 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 Hingham, Massachusetts
Dr. Marchetti's 97 Medicare procedures are above the Hingham average of 76. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hingham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Ayers | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Rowland | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Owen McConville | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Geary | 18 | Knee |
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