Dr. Joseph Serino, MD
Contact & Location
Catonsville, MD 21228
Dr. Joseph Serino is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Catonsville, Maryland. Dr. Serino has performed 23 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#95 in Maryland) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Serino performs below average in knee (23 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Serino's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (23 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Catonsville is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Catonsville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Serino first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Serino's 23 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Serino Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Serino
How does Dr. Serino's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Serino has performed 43 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Maryland average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Serino ranks #90 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Serino perform?
Dr. Serino's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Serino in Catonsville?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Catonsville 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. Serino 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. Serino's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Serino perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Serino's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (23 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Serino affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Serino is affiliated with Saint Agnes Hospital, Northwest Hospital Center.
How does Dr. Serino compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Catonsville?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Catonsville, Dr. Serino ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Catonsville has 190 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Serino practices?
Saint Agnes Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwest Hospital Center (2 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 Catonsville, Maryland
Dr. Serino's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Catonsville average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Catonsville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sam Sydney | 190 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Ke Xie | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Silverstein | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Morris Polsky | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Wallace | 28 | Knee |
| Dr. Scott Adams | 22 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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