Dr. Anthony Delfico, M.D.
Contact & Location
201-445-2830
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Dr. Delfico performs more knee replacement procedures than 75% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #35 of 140 ranked knee surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Delfico
Practice. Dr. Anthony Delfico is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ridgewood, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 68 knee replacements. That is #35 in New Jersey for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 28 procedures a year to 68, up 143%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 68 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Ridgewood 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 | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 57 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 56 |
| 2019 | 65 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 48 |
| 2022 | 59 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 68 |
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. Delfico Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Delfico's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 143% from 28 procedures in 2013 to 68 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. Delfico
How does Dr. Delfico's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Delfico has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Jersey average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Delfico ranks #62 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Delfico perform?
Dr. Delfico's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 68 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Delfico in Ridgewood?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Ridgewood 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. Delfico 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. Delfico's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 68 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. Delfico's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Delfico's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 28 procedures in 2013 to 68 in the most recent data, a 143% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 68 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Delfico affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Delfico is affiliated with Valley Hospital, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc, Hackensack University Medical Center.
How does Dr. Delfico compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ridgewood?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Ridgewood, Dr. Delfico ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Delfico is among the highest-volume surgeons in Ridgewood.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Delfico practices?
Valley Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hackensack University Medical Center (5 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 Ridgewood, New Jersey
Dr. Delfico's 68 Medicare procedures are below the Ridgewood average of 88. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ridgewood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Pizzurro | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ismar Dizdarevic | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian De Palma | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Umer Dasti | 23 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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