Dr. Alexander Russoniello, M.D.
Contact & Location
908-668-4410
Edison, NJ 08820
Dr. Russoniello performs more knee replacement procedures than 49% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #71 of 140 ranked knee surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Russoniello
Practice. Dr. Alexander Russoniello is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edison, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 34 knee replacements. That is #71 in New Jersey for knee replacement. Dr. Russoniello also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 11 years. Volume rose from 24 procedures a year to 34, up 42%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Edison has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 13 | 11 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 12 | 11 |
| 2016 | 17 | 14 |
| 2017 | 12 | 21 |
| 2018 | 0 | 12 |
| 2019 | 0 | 22 |
| 2020 | 0 | 15 |
| 2021 | 0 | 11 |
| 2022 | 14 | 21 |
| 2023 | 0 | 22 |
| 2024 | 0 | 34 |
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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Russoniello Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Russoniello's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 42% from 24 procedures in 2013 to 34 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Russoniello
How does Dr. Russoniello's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Russoniello has performed 34 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. Russoniello ranks #105 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Russoniello perform?
Dr. Russoniello's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 34 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Russoniello in Edison?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Edison 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. Russoniello 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Russoniello's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 34 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.
Has Dr. Russoniello's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Russoniello's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 24 procedures in 2013 to 34 in the most recent data, a 42% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 35 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Russoniello affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Russoniello is affiliated with Jfk University Medical Center, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Rahway.
How does Dr. Russoniello compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edison?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Edison, Dr. Russoniello ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Russoniello has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Russoniello practices?
Jfk University Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Rahway (3 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 Edison, New Jersey
Dr. Russoniello's 34 Medicare procedures are above the Edison average of 21. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edison.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edwin Theosmy | 31 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Phillips | 20 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mitchell Stroh | 11 | Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Zimmerman | 11 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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