Dr. Anthony Costa, M.D.
Dr. Anthony Costa is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Red Bank, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Costa has performed 215 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#2 in New Jersey) and 109 hip replacements, for a combined total of 324 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Costa performs well above average in knee (215 vs 53 avg), well above average in hip (109 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Costa's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (215 cases) and hip replacements (109 cases).
Red Bank is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Red Bank area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Costa extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 126 to 324 in the most recent data, a 157% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Costa's 215 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #45 nationally.
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. Costa Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Costa's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 157% from 126 procedures in 2013 to 324 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. Costa
How does Dr. Costa's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Costa has performed 324 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the New Jersey average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Costa ranks #3 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Costa perform?
Dr. Costa's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (215 cases) and hip replacement (109 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Costa with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Costa ranks #2 in New Jersey for knee replacement with 215 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 182 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Costa in Red Bank?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Red Bank 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. Costa 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. Costa's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 324 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Costa's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Costa's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 126 procedures in 2013 to 324 in the most recent data, a 157% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 324 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Costa perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Costa's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (215 cases), hip replacement (109 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Costa affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Costa is affiliated with Riverview Medical Center, Bayshore Medical Center, Ocean University Medical Center, Centrastate Medical Center, Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
How does Dr. Costa compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Red Bank?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Red Bank, Dr. Costa ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Costa has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Costa practices?
Riverview Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bayshore Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ocean University Medical Center (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 Red Bank, New Jersey
Dr. Costa's 324 Medicare procedures are above the Red Bank average of 146. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Red Bank.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nader Bakhos | 133 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Borzio | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Lisser | 22 | Shoulder |
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