Dr. Pasquale Petrera, M.D.
Contact & Location
410-749-4154
Salisbury, MD 21804
Dr. Petrera performs more hip replacement procedures than 76% of orthopedic surgeons in Maryland, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #21 of 89 ranked hip surgeons in Maryland.
About Dr. Petrera
Practice. Dr. Pasquale Petrera is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salisbury, Maryland. The latest annual CMS data records 54 hip replacements and 32 knee replacements, 86 procedures in all. That is #21 in Maryland for hip replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 218 in 2020 and stands at 86 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 54 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Salisbury has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Petrera also holds hospital privileges in MD and DE and VA, a practice that extends beyond Maryland.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 46 | 78 |
| 2014 | 67 | 109 |
| 2015 | 89 | 106 |
| 2016 | 90 | 113 |
| 2017 | 80 | 93 |
| 2018 | 110 | 69 |
| 2019 | 114 | 102 |
| 2020 | 120 | 98 |
| 2021 | 111 | 82 |
| 2022 | 79 | 96 |
| 2023 | 58 | 66 |
| 2024 | 54 | 32 |
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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee 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. Petrera Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Petrera's recorded volume peaked at 218 procedures in 2020 and stood at 86 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
If you are considering hip replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Understanding the progression from conservative treatments to surgical intervention, and how to determine when hip replacement becomes the right choice.
Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after hip replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full hip replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Petrera
How does Dr. Petrera's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Petrera has performed 86 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Petrera ranks #44 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Petrera perform?
Dr. Petrera's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (54 cases) and knee replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Petrera in Salisbury?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury 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. Petrera 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 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Petrera's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 360 procedures against the 86 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. Petrera's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Petrera's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 218 procedures in 2020 and was 86 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Petrera perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Petrera's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (54 cases), knee replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Petrera affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Petrera is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc., Beebe Medical Center, Atlantic General Hospital, Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital. Dr. Petrera maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Petrera compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury, Dr. Petrera ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Petrera is among the highest-volume surgeons in Salisbury.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Petrera practices?
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc. (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Beebe Medical Center (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 Salisbury, Maryland
Dr. Petrera's 86 Medicare procedures are below the Salisbury average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salisbury.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Gelman | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Trauger | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ana Mata-Fink | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Adrignolo | 24 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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