Dr. John Catalano, M.D.
Contact & Location
856-690-1616
Vineland, NJ 08360
Dr. Catalano performs more knee replacement procedures than 74% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #36 of 140 ranked knee surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Catalano
Practice. Dr. John Catalano is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Vineland, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 66 knee replacements. That is #36 in New Jersey for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 40 and 92 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 66 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Vineland has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 | 42 |
| 2014 | 0 | 40 |
| 2015 | 0 | 52 |
| 2016 | 17 | 75 |
| 2017 | 0 | 79 |
| 2018 | 0 | 62 |
| 2019 | 0 | 52 |
| 2020 | 0 | 41 |
| 2021 | 0 | 41 |
| 2022 | 0 | 42 |
| 2023 | 0 | 65 |
| 2024 | 0 | 66 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Catalano Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Catalano's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 40 to 92 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Catalano
How does Dr. Catalano's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Catalano has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Jersey average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Catalano ranks #63 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Catalano perform?
Dr. Catalano's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 66 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Catalano in Vineland?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Vineland 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. Catalano represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Catalano's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 290 procedures against the 66 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Catalano's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Catalano's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 40 to 92 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Catalano affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Catalano is affiliated with Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, Inspira Medical Center Vineland.
How does Dr. Catalano compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Vineland?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Vineland, Dr. Catalano ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Vineland has 79 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Catalano practices?
Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Inspira Medical Center Vineland (2 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 Vineland, New Jersey
Dr. Catalano's 66 Medicare procedures are above the Vineland average of 61. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Vineland.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eddie Wu | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Buxbaum | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Mora | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Fred McAlpin | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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