Dr. Riccardo Giovannone, DO
Contact & Location
Adrian, MI 49221
Dr. Riccardo Giovannone is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Adrian, Michigan. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Giovannone has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#73 in Michigan) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 51 procedures.
In Michigan, Dr. Giovannone performs near average in knee (35 vs 34 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Giovannone's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Adrian is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Adrian area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Giovannone extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 44 to 51 in the most recent data, a 16% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Giovannone's 35 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. Giovannone Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Michigan state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Giovannone's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 16% from 44 procedures in 2013 to 51 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. Giovannone
How does Dr. Giovannone's procedure volume compare to other Michigan surgeons?
Dr. Giovannone has performed 51 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Michigan average of 49 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Giovannone ranks #92 out of 256 orthopedic surgeons in Michigan.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Giovannone perform?
Dr. Giovannone's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Giovannone in Adrian?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Adrian 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. Giovannone 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. Giovannone's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 51 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Giovannone's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Giovannone's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 44 procedures in 2013 to 51 in the most recent data, a 16% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 51 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Giovannone perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Giovannone's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Giovannone affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Giovannone is affiliated with Promedica Charles And Virginia Hickman Hospital.
How does Dr. Giovannone compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Adrian?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Adrian, Dr. Giovannone ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Giovannone has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Giovannone practices?
Promedica Charles And Virginia Hickman Hospital (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 Adrian, Michigan
Dr. Giovannone's 51 Medicare procedures are above the Adrian average of 25. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Adrian.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Diment | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Doman | 12 | Knee |
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