Dr. Robert Dagostini, M.D.
Contact & Location
973-538-2334
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
Dr. Dagostini performs more knee replacement procedures than 50% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #70 of 140 ranked knee surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Dagostini
Practice. Dr. Robert Dagostini is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 35 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 48 procedures in all. That is #70 in New Jersey for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 31 procedures a year to 48, up 55%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 35 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Cedar Knolls has 2 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 | 15 | 16 |
| 2014 | 22 | 26 |
| 2015 | 17 | 30 |
| 2016 | 32 | 39 |
| 2017 | 26 | 45 |
| 2018 | 21 | 44 |
| 2019 | 23 | 28 |
| 2020 | 16 | 27 |
| 2021 | 16 | 28 |
| 2022 | 0 | 17 |
| 2023 | 27 | 27 |
| 2024 | 13 | 35 |
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. Dagostini Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dagostini's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 55% from 31 procedures in 2013 to 48 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dagostini
How does Dr. Dagostini's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Dagostini has performed 48 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. Dagostini ranks #82 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dagostini perform?
Dr. Dagostini's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dagostini in Cedar Knolls?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Cedar Knolls 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. Dagostini 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. Dagostini's total volume across all insurers at roughly 160 to 200 procedures against the 48 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. Dagostini's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dagostini's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2013 to 48 in the most recent data, a 55% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 71 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Dagostini perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dagostini's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dagostini affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dagostini is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center, St Luke'S Warren Hospital, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc, Newton Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dagostini practices?
Morristown Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hunterdon Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Warren Hospital (5 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 Cedar Knolls, New Jersey
Dr. Dagostini's 48 Medicare procedures are above the Cedar Knolls average of 30. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cedar Knolls.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Charles Wang | 12 | Shoulder |
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