Dr. Brian De Palma, MD
Contact & Location
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Dr. Brian De Palma is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Dr. De Palma has performed 19 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#105 in New Jersey) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. De Palma performs below average in knee (19 vs 54 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 44 avg).
Dr. De Palma's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (19 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Ridgewood is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ridgewood area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. De Palma also maintains hospital privileges in NJ and NY, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond New Jersey.
Dr. De Palma first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. De Palma's 19 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. De Palma 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. De Palma
How does Dr. De Palma's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. De Palma has performed 37 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. De Palma ranks #98 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. De Palma perform?
Dr. De Palma's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. De Palma 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. De Palma 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. De Palma's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. De Palma perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. De Palma's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (19 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. De Palma affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. De Palma is affiliated with Valley Hospital, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc, Hospital For Special Surgery. Dr. De Palma maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. De Palma compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ridgewood?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Ridgewood, Dr. De Palma ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Ridgewood has 170 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. De Palma 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); Hospital For Special Surgery (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. De Palma's 37 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. Anthony Delfico | 68 | Knee |
| Dr. Umer Dasti | 23 | Shoulder |
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