Dr. David Chalnick, M.D.
Dr. David Chalnick is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ocean, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Chalnick has performed 60 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#45 in New Jersey) and 56 hip replacements, for a combined total of 116 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Chalnick performs near average in knee (60 vs 53 avg), above average in hip (56 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Chalnick's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (60 cases) and hip replacements (56 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. Chalnick extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 82 to 116 in the most recent data, a 41% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Chalnick's 60 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Chalnick 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. Chalnick's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 41% from 82 procedures in 2013 to 116 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. Chalnick
How does Dr. Chalnick's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Chalnick has performed 116 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New Jersey average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chalnick ranks #34 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chalnick perform?
Dr. Chalnick's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases) and hip replacement (56 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chalnick 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. Chalnick 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. Chalnick's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 116 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chalnick's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chalnick's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 82 procedures in 2013 to 116 in the most recent data, a 41% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 116 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Chalnick perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chalnick's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (60 cases), hip replacement (56 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chalnick affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chalnick is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center, Centrastate Medical Center, Ocean University Medical Center, Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
How does Dr. Chalnick compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Ocean?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Ocean, Dr. Chalnick ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Chalnick has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chalnick practices?
Monmouth 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); 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. Chalnick's 116 Medicare procedures are above the Ocean average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ocean.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Arthur Mark | 82 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bertrand Parcells | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joel Fechisin | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sunil Thacker | 18 | Knee |
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