Dr. Lisa Galasso, M.D.
Contact & Location
248-551-3140
Royal Oak, MI 48073
Dr. Galasso performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 81% of orthopedic surgeons in Michigan, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #11 of 58 ranked shoulder surgeons in Michigan.
About Dr. Galasso
Practice. Dr. Lisa Galasso is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Royal Oak, Michigan. The latest annual CMS data records 42 shoulder replacements. That is #11 in Michigan for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2018.
Trend. Dr. Galasso first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 42 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. Royal Oak has 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Galasso also holds hospital privileges in ID and WA, a practice that extends beyond Michigan.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 26 procedures in 2023 and 42 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Galasso Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Galasso has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Galasso
How does Dr. Galasso's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Galasso has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Galasso ranks #126 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Galasso perform?
Dr. Galasso's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 42 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Galasso with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Galasso ranks #11 in Michigan for shoulder replacement with 42 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 256 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Galasso in Royal Oak?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Royal Oak 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 Michigan surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Galasso 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Galasso's total volume across all insurers at roughly 110 to 140 procedures against the 42 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Galasso affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Galasso is affiliated with Bonner General Hospital, Boundary Community Hospital, Newport Community Hospital, Kootenai Health. Dr. Galasso maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Galasso compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Royal Oak?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Royal Oak, Dr. Galasso ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Royal Oak has 213 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Galasso practices?
Bonner General Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Boundary Community Hospital (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 Royal Oak, Michigan
Dr. Galasso's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Royal Oak average of 140. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Royal Oak.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Hassan Alosh | 213 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ali Sobh | 162 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Perry Greene | 143 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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