Dr. Brian Chalmers, M.D.
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10021
Dr. Brian Chalmers is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Chalmers has performed 197 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#4 in New York) and 146 hip replacements, for a combined total of 343 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Chalmers performs well above average in knee (197 vs 47 avg), well above average in hip (146 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Chalmers's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (197 cases) and hip replacements (146 cases).
New York is home to 84 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New York area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Chalmers extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 343 in the most recent data, a 2758% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Chalmers's 197 verified procedures is more than 4x the national average of 45, ranking #62 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Chalmers Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chalmers's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 2758% from 12 procedures in 2020 to 343 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Chalmers
How does Dr. Chalmers's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Chalmers has performed 343 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Chalmers ranks #2 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chalmers perform?
Dr. Chalmers's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (197 cases) and hip replacement (146 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Chalmers with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Chalmers ranks #4 in New York for knee replacement with 197 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 334 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chalmers in New York?
Yes. There are 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York 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 York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Chalmers represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Chalmers's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 343 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Chalmers's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Chalmers's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2020 to 343 in the most recent data, a 2758% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 343 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Chalmers perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Chalmers's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (197 cases), hip replacement (146 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chalmers affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chalmers is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Helen Hayes Hospital.
How does Dr. Chalmers compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Chalmers ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Chalmers has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chalmers practices?
Hospital For Special Surgery (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); New York-Presbyterian 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 New York, New York
Dr. Chalmers's 343 Medicare procedures are above the New York average of 291. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jason Blevins | 322 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eytan Debbi | 322 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Amar Ranawat | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Geoffrey Westrich | 276 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Gausden | 229 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alberto Carli | 225 | Hip, Knee |
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