Dr. Dominick Lanzo, M.D.
Dr. Dominick Lanzo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baltimore, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Lanzo has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#58 in Maryland) and 20 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Lanzo performs below average in knee (39 vs 50 avg), below average in shoulder (20 vs 36 avg).
Dr. Lanzo's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and shoulder replacements (20 cases).
Baltimore is home to 38 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Baltimore area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Lanzo extend back to 2013, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 59 in the most recent data, a 269% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Lanzo's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Lanzo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Baltimore, MD 21204
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Lanzo's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 269% from 16 procedures in 2013 to 59 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lanzo
How does Dr. Lanzo's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Lanzo has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maryland average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Lanzo ranks #72 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lanzo perform?
Dr. Lanzo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and shoulder replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Lanzo in Baltimore?
Yes. There are 38 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore 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 Maryland surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lanzo 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. Lanzo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Lanzo's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Lanzo's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2013 to 59 in the most recent data, a 269% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Lanzo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lanzo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), shoulder replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Lanzo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore?
Among the 38 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore, Dr. Lanzo ranks #22 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Baltimore has 304 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Baltimore, Maryland
Dr. Lanzo's 59 Medicare procedures are below the Baltimore average of 173. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Baltimore.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Ciotola | 304 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Marc Hungerford | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frank Ebert | 185 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert McKinstry | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Henry Boucher | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harpal Khanuja | 147 | Hip, Knee |
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