Dr. Frank Liporace, M.D.
Contact & Location
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Dr. Frank Liporace is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jersey City, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Liporace has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#79 in New Jersey) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 50 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Liporace performs below average in knee (28 vs 54 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Liporace's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Jersey City is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jersey City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Liporace extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 50 in the most recent data, a 194% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Liporace's 28 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. Liporace Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Liporace's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 194% from 17 procedures in 2013 to 50 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. Liporace
How does Dr. Liporace's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Liporace has performed 50 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. Liporace ranks #77 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Liporace perform?
Dr. Liporace's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Liporace in Jersey City?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Jersey City 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. Liporace 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. Liporace's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 50 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Liporace's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Liporace's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2013 to 50 in the most recent data, a 194% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 83 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Liporace perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Liporace's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Liporace affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Liporace is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Jersey City Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Liporace practices?
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jersey City Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Holy Name Medical Center (4 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 Jersey City, New Jersey
Dr. Liporace's 50 Medicare procedures are above the Jersey City average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jersey City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Richard Yoon | 29 | Hip, Knee |
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