Dr. Ronald Delanois, M.D.
Dr. Ronald Delanois is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baltimore, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Delanois has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in Maryland) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Delanois performs below average in knee (39 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Delanois's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and hip replacements (19 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.
Dr. Delanois's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 103 procedures in 2018 before settling at 58 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Delanois'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. Delanois Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Baltimore, MD 21215
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Delanois's recorded volume peaked at 103 procedures in 2018 and stood at 58 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Delanois
How does Dr. Delanois's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Delanois has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maryland average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Delanois ranks #75 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Delanois perform?
Dr. Delanois's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Delanois 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. Delanois 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. Delanois's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Delanois's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Delanois's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 103 procedures in 2018 and was 58 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. Delanois perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Delanois's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Delanois compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore?
Among the 38 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore, Dr. Delanois ranks #24 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Baltimore has 304 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Baltimore, Maryland
Dr. Delanois's 58 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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