Knee
Dr. Mark Dunleavy, MD
Dr. Mark Dunleavy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Princeton, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Dunleavy has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #106 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Dunleavy performs below average in knee (18 vs 53 avg).
Dr. Dunleavy's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 18 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Princeton is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Princeton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Dunleavy first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Dunleavy's 18 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Dunleavy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Princeton, NJ 08540
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
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. Dunleavy
How does Dr. Dunleavy's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Dunleavy has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dunleavy ranks #139 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dunleavy perform?
Dr. Dunleavy's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dunleavy in Princeton?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Princeton 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. Dunleavy 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. Dunleavy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dunleavy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dunleavy is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.
How does Dr. Dunleavy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Princeton?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Princeton, Dr. Dunleavy ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Princeton has 256 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dunleavy practices?
Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset (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 Princeton, New Jersey
Dr. Dunleavy's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Princeton average of 144. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Princeton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Vannozzi | 256 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Kayiaros | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Culp | 198 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hari Bezwada | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frederick Song | 72 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Boniello | 68 | Hip, Knee |
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