Dr. Daniel Torino, M.D.
Contact & Location
Flemington, NJ 08822
Dr. Daniel Torino is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flemington, New Jersey. Dr. Torino has performed 14 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #88 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Torino performs below average in hip (14 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Torino's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 14 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Flemington is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Flemington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Torino first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Torino's 14 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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. Torino 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Torino
How does Dr. Torino's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Torino has performed 14 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. Torino ranks #161 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Torino perform?
Dr. Torino's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Torino in Flemington?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Flemington 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. Torino 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. Torino's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Torino affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Torino is affiliated with Hunterdon Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.
How does Dr. Torino compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Flemington?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Flemington, Dr. Torino ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Flemington has 64 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Torino practices?
Hunterdon Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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 Flemington, New Jersey
Dr. Torino's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Flemington average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Flemington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Gordon | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Glassner | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pollack | 40 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert More | 19 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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