Dr. Danielle Ponzio, M.D.
Contact & Location
Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
Dr. Danielle Ponzio is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cape May Court House, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Ponzio has performed 125 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#17 in New Jersey) and 78 hip replacements, for a combined total of 203 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Ponzio performs well above average in knee (125 vs 54 avg), above average in hip (78 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Ponzio's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (125 cases) and hip replacements (78 cases).
Cape May Court House is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cape May Court House area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ponzio extend back to 2018, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 52 to 203 in the most recent data, a 290% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ponzio's 125 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Ponzio Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ponzio's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 290% from 52 procedures in 2018 to 203 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. Ponzio
How does Dr. Ponzio's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Ponzio has performed 203 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New Jersey average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ponzio ranks #15 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ponzio perform?
Dr. Ponzio's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (125 cases) and hip replacement (78 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Ponzio with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Ponzio ranks #17 in New Jersey for knee replacement with 125 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 184 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ponzio in Cape May Court House?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Cape May Court House 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. Ponzio 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. Ponzio's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 203 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ponzio's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ponzio's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 52 procedures in 2018 to 203 in the most recent data, a 290% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 206 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ponzio perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ponzio's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (125 cases), hip replacement (78 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ponzio affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ponzio is affiliated with Atlanticare Regional Medical Center - City Campus, Southern Ocean Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ponzio practices?
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center - City Campus (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Southern Ocean Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Dr. Ponzio's 203 Medicare procedures are above the Cape May Court House average of 119. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cape May Court House.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Stanley Michael | 35 | Hip, Knee |
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