Dr. Briana Calore, MD
Contact & Location
Cooperstown, NY 13326
Dr. Briana Calore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cooperstown, New York. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Calore has performed 28 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#102 in New York) and 12 knee replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Calore performs below average in hip (28 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Calore's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (28 cases) and knee replacements (12 cases).
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 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Calore's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Calore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Calore's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 264% from 11 procedures in 2019 to 40 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. Calore
How does Dr. Calore's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Calore has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Calore ranks #190 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Calore perform?
Dr. Calore's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases) and knee replacement (12 cases).
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 40 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 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 40 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Calore perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Calore's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
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 40 Medicare procedures are above the Cooperstown average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cooperstown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jackson Labudde | 27 | Knee |
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