Who is the top-ranked hip replacement surgeon in Massachusetts?

Geoffrey Van Flandern in Waltham is the highest-volume hip replacement surgeon in Massachusetts with 145 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 Massachusetts surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many hip replacement surgeons are in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform hip replacement, with a combined 2,280 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our Massachusetts hip replacement rankings performs 91 procedures annually. Top cities include Boston, Waltham, Chestnut Hill.

What is the average cost of hip replacement in Massachusetts?

For Medicare beneficiaries in Massachusetts, out-of-pocket costs for hip replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Anterior approach hip replacement may allow same-day discharge, reducing hospital costs.

Does Medicare cover hip replacement surgery in Massachusetts?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary hip replacement surgery in Massachusetts. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 Massachusetts surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right hip replacement surgeon in Massachusetts?

Compare Massachusetts hip replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in Massachusetts performs 145 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like anterior approach or robotic-assisted techniques; (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for hip replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance within 24 hours of hip replacement. Return to desk work typically takes 4-6 weeks, while physical jobs may require 3-6 months. Top Massachusetts hip surgeons use minimally invasive approaches and enhanced recovery protocols to reduce pain and accelerate healing.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for hip replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume hip replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 150+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our Massachusetts rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in Massachusetts have the best hip replacement surgeons?

The top cities for hip replacement surgery in Massachusetts include Boston, Waltham, Chestnut Hill. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced hip replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Hip Replacement Surgeons in Massachusetts

1

State Rank

NPI: 1083670228

Geoffrey Van Flandern

Waltham

MA

145

Verified Cases

1083670228

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1922065820

Daniel Ward

Chestnut Hill

MA

140

Verified Cases

1922065820

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1619318060

Alexander Brothers

Springfield

MA

128

Verified Cases

1619318060

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1881676989

Carl Talmo

Boston

MA

118

Verified Cases

1881676989

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1861729279

Young-Min Kwon

Boston

MA

103

Verified Cases

1861729279

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1912988189

James Phillips

Wellesley

MA

100

Verified Cases

1912988189

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1518295682

Daniel Le

Boston

MA

98

Verified Cases

1518295682

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1851371108

Stephen Kelly

Springfield

MA

97

Verified Cases

1851371108

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1306975271

Hany Bedair, MD

Chicago

IL

Also practices here via Massachusetts General Hospital

97

Verified Cases

1306975271

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1558328443

David Mattingly

Chestnut Hill

MA

95

Verified Cases

1558328443

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1548381791

Michael Fehm

Woburn

MA

91

Verified Cases

1548381791

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1750318887

Michael Ayers

Hingham

MA

82

Verified Cases

1750318887

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1821318726

Andrew Braziel

Waltham

MA

82

Verified Cases

1821318726

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1104850528

Christopher Vinton

Worcester

MA

81

Verified Cases

1104850528

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1790164978

Marcelo Siqueira

Plymouth

MA

77

Verified Cases

1790164978

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1104318872

Nicholas Pagani

Boston

MA

76

Verified Cases

1104318872

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1164611687

Vivek Shah

Boston

MA

76

Verified Cases

1164611687

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1760445530

Leonard Remia

Hyannis

MA

76

Verified Cases

1760445530

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1336334143

Nina Shervin, MD

Kennebunk

ME

Also practices here via Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton Inc

76

Verified Cases

1336334143

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1124230305

Benjamin Schwartz

Peabody

MA

75

Verified Cases

1124230305

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1144267899

Stephen Murphy

Roxbury Crossing

MA

74

Verified Cases

1144267899

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1740253939

Dennis Burke

Boston

MA

74

Verified Cases

1740253939

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1801281357

Matthew Sloan

Concord

MA

74

Verified Cases

1801281357

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1992882195

Gregory Brick

Boston

MA

73

Verified Cases

1992882195

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1104864495

David Prybyla

North Chelmsford

MA

72

Verified Cases

1104864495

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

Top 25 Hip Replacement Surgeons in Massachusetts

Geoffrey Van Flandern

Daniel Ward

Alexander Brothers

Carl Talmo

Young-Min Kwon

James Phillips

Daniel Le

Stephen Kelly

Hany Bedair, MD

David Mattingly

Michael Fehm

Michael Ayers

Andrew Braziel

Christopher Vinton

Marcelo Siqueira

Nicholas Pagani

Vivek Shah

Leonard Remia

Nina Shervin, MD

Benjamin Schwartz

Stephen Murphy

Dennis Burke

Matthew Sloan

Gregory Brick

David Prybyla

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