Dr. Bertrand Parcells, M.D.
Dr. Bertrand Parcells is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ocean, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Parcells has performed 34 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#48 in New Jersey) and 26 knee replacements, for a combined total of 60 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Parcells performs near average in hip (34 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (26 vs 53 avg).
Dr. Parcells's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (34 cases) and knee replacements (26 cases).
Ocean is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ocean area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Parcells extend back to 2018, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 60 in the most recent data, a 233% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Parcells's 34 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Parcells Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Ocean, NJ 07712
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Parcells's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 233% from 18 procedures in 2018 to 60 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. Parcells
How does Dr. Parcells's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Parcells has performed 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Jersey average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Parcells ranks #64 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Parcells perform?
Dr. Parcells's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases) and knee replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Parcells in Ocean?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Ocean 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. Parcells 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. Parcells's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 60 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Parcells's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Parcells's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2018 to 60 in the most recent data, a 233% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 71 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Parcells perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Parcells's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (34 cases), knee replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Parcells affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Parcells is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center, Ocean University Medical Center.
How does Dr. Parcells compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ocean?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Ocean, Dr. Parcells ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Parcells is among the highest-volume surgeons in Ocean.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Parcells practices?
Monmouth Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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 Ocean, New Jersey
Dr. Parcells's 60 Medicare procedures are below the Ocean average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ocean.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. David Chalnick | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Arthur Mark | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joel Fechisin | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sunil Thacker | 18 | Knee |
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