Hip
Dr. Briana Calore, MD
Dr. Briana Calore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cooperstown, New York. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Calore has performed 13 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #180 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Calore performs below average in hip (13 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Calore's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 13 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Cooperstown is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cooperstown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Calore extend back to 2019, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 13 in the most recent data, a 18% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Calore's 13 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Calore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Cooperstown, NY 13326
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Calore's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 18% from 11 procedures in 2019 to 13 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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Calore
How does Dr. Calore's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Calore has performed 13 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Calore ranks #300 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Calore perform?
Dr. Calore's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Calore in Cooperstown?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Cooperstown 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. Calore 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. Calore's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Calore's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Calore's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2019 to 13 in the most recent data, a 18% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 13 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Calore affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Calore is affiliated with Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital, Aurelia Osborn Fox Memorial Hospital, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, O'Connor Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Calore practices?
Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Aurelia Osborn Fox Memorial Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Cobleskill Regional Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cooperstown, New York
Dr. Calore's 13 Medicare procedures are below the Cooperstown average of 22. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cooperstown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jackson Labudde | 31 | Knee |
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