Dr. Daniel Mangiapani
Contact & Location
Durham, NC 27707
Dr. Daniel Mangiapani is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Mangiapani has performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #215 in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, Dr. Mangiapani performs below average in knee (13 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Mangiapani's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Durham is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Durham area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Mangiapani's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2020. Volume peaked at 34 procedures in 2020 before settling at 13 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Mangiapani's 13 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. Mangiapani Compares
Procedure volume compared to the North Carolina state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mangiapani's recorded volume peaked at 34 procedures in 2020 and stood at 13 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. Mangiapani
How does Dr. Mangiapani's procedure volume compare to other North Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Mangiapani has performed 13 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The North Carolina average is 61 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Mangiapani ranks #270 out of 293 orthopedic surgeons in North Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mangiapani perform?
Dr. Mangiapani's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mangiapani in Durham?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Durham 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 North Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Mangiapani 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. Mangiapani's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mangiapani's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Mangiapani's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 34 procedures in 2020 and was 13 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.
How does Dr. Mangiapani compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Durham?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Durham, Dr. Mangiapani ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Durham has 182 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Durham, North Carolina
Dr. Mangiapani's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Durham average of 110. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Durham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Bolognesi | 182 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Brekke | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Wellman | 141 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Rutherford | 115 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Klifto | 98 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Merz | 76 | Hip, Knee |
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