Who is the top-ranked hip replacement surgeon in New Jersey?

Paul Lombardi in Morristown is the highest-volume hip replacement surgeon in New Jersey with 162 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 New Jersey surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many hip replacement surgeons are in New Jersey?

New Jersey has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform hip replacement, with a combined 2,480 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our New Jersey hip replacement rankings performs 99 procedures annually. Top cities include Princeton, Morristown, Egg Harbor Township.

What is the average cost of hip replacement in New Jersey?

For Medicare beneficiaries in New Jersey, out-of-pocket costs for hip replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Anterior approach hip replacement may allow same-day discharge, reducing hospital costs.

Does Medicare cover hip replacement surgery in New Jersey?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary hip replacement surgery in New Jersey. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 New Jersey surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right hip replacement surgeon in New Jersey?

Compare New Jersey hip replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in New Jersey performs 162 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like anterior approach or robotic-assisted techniques; (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for hip replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance within 24 hours of hip replacement. Return to desk work typically takes 4-6 weeks, while physical jobs may require 3-6 months. Top New Jersey hip surgeons use minimally invasive approaches and enhanced recovery protocols to reduce pain and accelerate healing.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for hip replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume hip replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 150+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our New Jersey rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in New Jersey have the best hip replacement surgeons?

The top cities for hip replacement surgery in New Jersey include Princeton, Morristown, Egg Harbor Township. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced hip replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Hip Replacement Surgeons in New Jersey

1

State Rank

NPI: 1679660435

Paul Lombardi

Morristown

NJ

162

Verified Cases

1679660435

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1528053642

Gregg Klein

Paramus

NJ

126

Verified Cases

1528053642

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1982677910

Anthony Costa

Eatontown

NJ

123

Verified Cases

1982677910

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1992759138

Alvin Ong

Egg Harbor Township

NJ

120

Verified Cases

1992759138

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1013944859

David Nazarian

Marlton

NJ

118

Verified Cases

1013944859

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1831325166

John Dundon

Hackettstown

NJ

114

Verified Cases

1831325166

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1396831129

Robert Goldman

Morristown

NJ

113

Verified Cases

1396831129

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1669699542

Stephen Kayiaros

Princeton

NJ

111

Verified Cases

1669699542

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1871804211

William Baione

Somerset

NJ

107

Verified Cases

1871804211

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1922001361

Harlan Levine

Montvale

NJ

105

Verified Cases

1922001361

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1689808826

Aaron Forbes, MD

Chapel Hill

NC

Also practices here via Morristown Medical Center

105

Verified Cases

1689808826

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1962443606

Zachary Post

Egg Harbor Township

NJ

104

Verified Cases

1962443606

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1306890512

Fabio Orozco

Linwood

NJ

99

Verified Cases

1306890512

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1073938460

Ahmed Siddiqi

Manasquan

NJ

97

Verified Cases

1073938460

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1750693909

Brian Culp

Princeton

NJ

92

Verified Cases

1750693909

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1649330580

Brian Vannozzi

Princeton

NJ

88

Verified Cases

1649330580

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1952517963

Gregory Klingenstein

Voorhees

NJ

83

Verified Cases

1952517963

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1730249517

Gregory Deirmengian, MD

King Of Prussia

PA

Also practices here via Jefferson Stratford Hospital

82

Verified Cases

1730249517

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1518914886

Matthew Austin, M.D.

New York

NY

Also practices here via Valley Hospital

81

Verified Cases

1518914886

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1194829762

Michael Harrer

Marlton

NJ

80

Verified Cases

1194829762

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1942590609

Danielle Ponzio

Cape May Court House

NJ

78

Verified Cases

1942590609

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1437577939

Anand Patel

Florham Park

NJ

77

Verified Cases

1437577939

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1396939252

Jeremy Reid

Voorhees

NJ

75

Verified Cases

1396939252

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1487861373

Nader Bakhos

Red Bank

NJ

70

Verified Cases

1487861373

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1093119760

Alberto Carli, M.D.

New York

NY

Also practices here via Valley Hospital

70

Verified Cases

1093119760

NPI

Procedure:

Hip Replacement

Top 25 Hip Replacement Surgeons in New Jersey

Paul Lombardi

Gregg Klein

Anthony Costa

Alvin Ong

David Nazarian

John Dundon

Robert Goldman

Stephen Kayiaros

William Baione

Harlan Levine

Aaron Forbes, MD

Zachary Post

Fabio Orozco

Ahmed Siddiqi

Brian Culp

Brian Vannozzi

Gregory Klingenstein

Gregory Deirmengian, MD

Matthew Austin, M.D.

Michael Harrer

Danielle Ponzio

Anand Patel

Jeremy Reid

Nader Bakhos

Alberto Carli, M.D.

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