Dr. Nicholas Colacchio, MD
Dr. Nicholas Colacchio is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Falmouth, Maine. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Colacchio has performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Maine) and 32 hip replacements, for a combined total of 87 procedures.
In Maine, Dr. Colacchio performs above average in knee (55 vs 36 avg), near average in hip (32 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Colacchio's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (55 cases) and hip replacements (32 cases).
Falmouth is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Falmouth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Colacchio extend back to 2017, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 58 to 87 in the most recent data, a 50% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Colacchio's 55 verified procedures is above 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. Colacchio Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maine state average.
Contact & Location
Falmouth, ME 04105
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Colacchio's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 50% from 58 procedures in 2017 to 87 in the most recent data.
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. Colacchio
How does Dr. Colacchio's procedure volume compare to other Maine surgeons?
Dr. Colacchio has performed 87 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Maine average of 48 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Colacchio ranks #5 out of 44 orthopedic surgeons in Maine.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Colacchio perform?
Dr. Colacchio's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (32 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Colacchio with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Colacchio ranks #5 in Maine for knee replacement with 55 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 44 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Colacchio in Falmouth?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Falmouth 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 Maine surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Colacchio 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. Colacchio's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 87 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Colacchio's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Colacchio's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 58 procedures in 2017 to 87 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 103 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Colacchio perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Colacchio's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Colacchio affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Colacchio is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center, Mainegeneral Medical Center.
How does Dr. Colacchio compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Falmouth?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Falmouth, Dr. Colacchio ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Falmouth has 150 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Colacchio practices?
Mainehealth Maine Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mainegeneral Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Falmouth, Maine
Dr. Colacchio's 87 Medicare procedures are below the Falmouth average of 93. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Falmouth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Adam Rana | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Rodrigue | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Becker | 95 | Knee |
| Dr. Brian McGrory | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Babikian | 75 | Hip |
| Dr. Michael Roberts | 55 | Hip, Knee |
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