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

Robert Goldman in Morristown is the highest-volume knee replacement surgeon in New Jersey with 256 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 knee replacement surgeons are in New Jersey?

New Jersey has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform knee replacement, with a combined 3,827 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our New Jersey knee replacement rankings performs 153 procedures annually. Top cities include Princeton, Morristown, Egg Harbor Township.

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

For Medicare beneficiaries in New Jersey, out-of-pocket costs for knee 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. Many knee replacements are now performed as outpatient procedures, reducing costs.

Does Medicare cover knee replacement surgery in New Jersey?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary knee 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 knee replacement surgeon in New Jersey?

Compare New Jersey knee replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in New Jersey performs 256 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery (Mako, ROSA); (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for knee replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance the same day or day after knee replacement surgery. Return to normal activities typically takes 6-12 weeks. Physical therapy starts immediately and continues for 8-12 weeks. Many New Jersey surgeons use rapid recovery protocols and robotic-assisted techniques that can speed healing and improve outcomes.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for knee replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume knee replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 200+ 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 knee replacement surgeons?

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

25 Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in New Jersey

1

State Rank

NPI: 1396831129

Robert Goldman

Morristown

NJ

256

Verified Cases

1396831129

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1992759138

Alvin Ong

Egg Harbor Township

NJ

243

Verified Cases

1992759138

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1982677910

Anthony Costa

Eatontown

NJ

228

Verified Cases

1982677910

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1831325166

John Dundon

Hackettstown

NJ

210

Verified Cases

1831325166

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1306890512

Fabio Orozco

Linwood

NJ

209

Verified Cases

1306890512

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1649330580

Brian Vannozzi

Princeton

NJ

183

Verified Cases

1649330580

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1962443606

Zachary Post

Egg Harbor Township

NJ

170

Verified Cases

1962443606

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1528053642

Gregg Klein

Paramus

NJ

158

Verified Cases

1528053642

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1871532572

Scott Schoifet

Voorhees

NJ

158

Verified Cases

1871532572

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1093119760

Alberto Carli, M.D.

New York

NY

Also practices here via Valley Hospital

155

Verified Cases

1093119760

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1275579138

David Rodricks

Brick

NJ

152

Verified Cases

1275579138

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1922001361

Harlan Levine

Montvale

NJ

148

Verified Cases

1922001361

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1013944859

David Nazarian

Marlton

NJ

142

Verified Cases

1013944859

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1588644405

Rajesh Jain

Voorhees

NJ

139

Verified Cases

1588644405

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1730161084

Joseph Bogdan

Brick

NJ

132

Verified Cases

1730161084

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1750693909

Brian Culp

Princeton

NJ

127

Verified Cases

1750693909

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1679660435

Paul Lombardi

Morristown

NJ

126

Verified Cases

1679660435

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1942590609

Danielle Ponzio

Cape May Court House

NJ

125

Verified Cases

1942590609

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1689808826

Aaron Forbes, MD

Chapel Hill

NC

Also practices here via Morristown Medical Center

122

Verified Cases

1689808826

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1730249517

Gregory Deirmengian, MD

King Of Prussia

PA

Also practices here via Jefferson Stratford Hospital

114

Verified Cases

1730249517

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1427204106

Michael Ast

Paramus

NJ

111

Verified Cases

1427204106

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1376926709

Alex Shin, D.O.

Harrisburg

PA

Also practices here via Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

106

Verified Cases

1376926709

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1083654990

Mark Gesell

Tinton Falls

NJ

105

Verified Cases

1083654990

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1861426835

Hari Bezwada

Princeton

NJ

105

Verified Cases

1861426835

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1952505398

Mark Pizzurro

Ridgewood

NJ

103

Verified Cases

1952505398

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

Top 25 Knee Replacement Surgeons in New Jersey

Robert Goldman

Alvin Ong

Anthony Costa

John Dundon

Fabio Orozco

Brian Vannozzi

Zachary Post

Gregg Klein

Scott Schoifet

Alberto Carli, M.D.

David Rodricks

Harlan Levine

David Nazarian

Rajesh Jain

Joseph Bogdan

Brian Culp

Paul Lombardi

Danielle Ponzio

Aaron Forbes, MD

Gregory Deirmengian, MD

Michael Ast

Alex Shin, D.O.

Mark Gesell

Hari Bezwada

Mark Pizzurro

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