Dr. Mark Pressman, M.D.
Contact & Location
609-924-8131
Princeton, NJ 08540
Dr. Pressman performs more knee replacement procedures than 39% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #85 of 140 ranked knee surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Pressman
Practice. Dr. Mark Pressman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Princeton, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 26 knee replacements and 14 hip replacements, 40 procedures in all. That is #85 in New Jersey for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 11 procedures a year to 40, up 264%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 26 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Princeton has 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Pressman also holds hospital privileges in NJ and PA, a practice that extends beyond New Jersey.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 11 |
| 2016 | 13 | 13 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 16 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 12 |
| 2023 | 20 | 17 |
| 2024 | 14 | 26 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Pressman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pressman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 264% from 11 procedures in 2015 to 40 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pressman
How does Dr. Pressman's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Pressman has performed 40 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. Pressman ranks #88 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pressman perform?
Dr. Pressman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pressman in Princeton?
Yes. There are 11 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. Pressman 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Pressman's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 40 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. Pressman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pressman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2015 to 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 40 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Pressman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pressman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pressman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pressman is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, Centrastate Medical Center, St Mary Medical Center. Dr. Pressman maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Pressman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Princeton?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Princeton, Dr. Pressman ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Princeton has 271 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pressman 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 Hamilton (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. Pressman's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Princeton average of 148. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Princeton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Vannozzi | 271 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Culp | 219 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Kayiaros | 197 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hari Bezwada | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Boniello | 77 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frederick Song | 70 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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