Dr. Brian Vannozzi, MD
Contact & Location
Princeton, NJ 08540
Dr. Brian Vannozzi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Princeton, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Vannozzi has performed 183 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#6 in New Jersey) and 88 hip replacements, for a combined total of 271 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Vannozzi performs well above average in knee (183 vs 54 avg), well above average in hip (88 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Vannozzi's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (183 cases) and hip replacements (88 cases).
Princeton is home to 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Princeton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Vannozzi extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 90 to 271 in the most recent data, a 201% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Vannozzi's 183 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #81 nationally.
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. Vannozzi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vannozzi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 201% from 90 procedures in 2013 to 271 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. Vannozzi
How does Dr. Vannozzi's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Vannozzi has performed 271 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the New Jersey average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Vannozzi ranks #9 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vannozzi perform?
Dr. Vannozzi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (183 cases) and hip replacement (88 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Vannozzi with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Vannozzi ranks #6 in New Jersey for knee replacement with 183 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 184 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vannozzi in Princeton?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Princeton 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. Vannozzi 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. Vannozzi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 271 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Vannozzi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Vannozzi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 90 procedures in 2013 to 271 in the most recent data, a 201% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 271 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Vannozzi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Vannozzi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (183 cases), hip replacement (88 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vannozzi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vannozzi is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Centrastate Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, Ocean University Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton.
How does Dr. Vannozzi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Princeton?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Princeton, Dr. Vannozzi ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Vannozzi has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vannozzi practices?
Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Centrastate Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset (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 Princeton, New Jersey
Dr. Vannozzi's 271 Medicare procedures are above the Princeton average of 148. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Princeton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Culp | 219 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Kayiaros | 197 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hari Bezwada | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Boniello | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frederick Song | 70 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark Pressman | 40 | Hip, Knee |
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