Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo, M.D.
Contact & Location
973-898-5999
Wayne, NJ 07470
Dr. Morales-Restrepo performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 17% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #34 of 41 ranked shoulder surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Morales-Restrepo
Practice. Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wayne, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 14 shoulder replacements. That is #34 in New Jersey for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Morales-Restrepo first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 14 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Wayne has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 14 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. Morales-Restrepo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
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
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
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Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
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. Morales-Restrepo
How does Dr. Morales-Restrepo's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Morales-Restrepo has performed 14 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Morales-Restrepo ranks #164 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Morales-Restrepo perform?
Dr. Morales-Restrepo's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Morales-Restrepo in Wayne?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Wayne 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 New Jersey surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Morales-Restrepo 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. Morales-Restrepo's total volume across all insurers at roughly 40 to 50 procedures against the 14 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. Morales-Restrepo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Morales-Restrepo is affiliated with Chilton Medical Center, Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Morales-Restrepo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wayne?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Wayne, Dr. Morales-Restrepo ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wayne has 43 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Morales-Restrepo practices?
Chilton Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Valley Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wayne, New Jersey
Dr. Morales-Restrepo's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Wayne average of 24. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Matarese | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nader Fahimi | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Wright | 22 | Hip |
| Dr. Gary Drillings | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Henderson | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Vincent McInerney | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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