Dr. Nicholas Phillips, D.O.
Contact & Location
732-974-0404
Edison, NJ 08817
Dr. Phillips performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 46% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #22 of 41 ranked shoulder surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Phillips
Practice. Dr. Nicholas Phillips is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edison, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 20 shoulder replacements. That is #22 in New Jersey for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Dr. Phillips first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 20 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Edison 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
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 16 procedures in 2023 and 20 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Phillips Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Phillips has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Evidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
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.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Phillips
How does Dr. Phillips's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Phillips has performed 20 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. Phillips ranks #138 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Phillips perform?
Dr. Phillips's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Phillips in Edison?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Edison 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. Phillips 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Phillips's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 20 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Phillips affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Phillips is affiliated with Ocean University Medical Center, Jfk University Medical Center, Centrastate Medical Center, Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Riverview Medical Center.
How does Dr. Phillips compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edison?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Edison, Dr. Phillips ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Phillips is among the highest-volume surgeons in Edison.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Phillips practices?
Ocean University Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jfk University Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Centrastate Medical Center (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 Edison, New Jersey
Dr. Phillips's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Edison average of 21. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edison.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alexander Russoniello | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Edwin Theosmy | 31 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mitchell Stroh | 11 | Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Zimmerman | 11 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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