Dr. Harlan Levine, M.D.
Contact & Location
Montvale, NJ 07645
Dr. Harlan Levine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Montvale, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Levine has performed 148 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#11 in New Jersey) and 105 hip replacements, for a combined total of 253 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Levine performs well above average in knee (148 vs 54 avg), well above average in hip (105 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Levine's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (148 cases) and hip replacements (105 cases).
Dr. Levine is the only orthopedic surgeon in Montvale represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Levine's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 170 to 326 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Levine's 148 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #183 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. Levine Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Levine's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 170 to 326 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Levine
How does Dr. Levine's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Levine has performed 253 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the New Jersey average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Levine ranks #11 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Levine perform?
Dr. Levine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (148 cases) and hip replacement (105 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Levine with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Levine ranks #11 in New Jersey for knee replacement with 148 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 184 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Levine's practice located?
Dr. Levine practices in Montvale, New Jersey. The office is located at 50 Craig Rd, Montvale, NJ 07645. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Levine for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Levine 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. Levine's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 253 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Levine's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Levine's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 170 to 326 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Levine perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Levine's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (148 cases), hip replacement (105 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Levine affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Levine is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Levine practices?
Hackensack University Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Holy Name Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (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.
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