Dr. Christopher Mileto, M.D.
Contact & Location
631-689-6698
East Setauket, NY 11733
Dr. Mileto performs more knee replacement procedures than 66% of orthopedic surgeons in New York, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #90 of 269 ranked knee surgeons in New York.
About Dr. Mileto
Practice. Dr. Christopher Mileto is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in East Setauket, New York. The latest annual CMS data records 44 knee replacements, 26 hip replacements, and 21 shoulder replacements, 91 procedures in all. That is #90 in New York for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 42 procedures a year to 91, up 117%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 44 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. East Setauket has 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 17 | 25 | 0 |
| 2017 | 13 | 22 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 | 20 | 0 |
| 2019 | 19 | 26 | 0 |
| 2020 | 20 | 12 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 22 | 13 |
| 2022 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| 2023 | 25 | 44 | 24 |
| 2024 | 26 | 44 | 21 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Mileto Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mileto's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 117% from 42 procedures in 2016 to 91 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 Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mileto
How does Dr. Mileto's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Mileto has performed 91 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mileto ranks #81 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mileto perform?
Dr. Mileto performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (21 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mileto in East Setauket?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in East Setauket 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. Mileto represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Mileto's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 370 procedures against the 91 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Mileto's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mileto's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2016 to 91 in the most recent data, a 117% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 93 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Mileto perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mileto's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (44 cases), hip replacement (26 cases), shoulder replacement (21 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Mileto among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mileto affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mileto is affiliated with St Charles Hospital, St Catherine Of Siena Hospital.
How does Dr. Mileto compare to other orthopedic surgeons in East Setauket?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in East Setauket, Dr. Mileto ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in East Setauket has 308 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mileto practices?
St Charles Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Catherine Of Siena Hospital (4 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 East Setauket, New York
Dr. Mileto's 91 Medicare procedures are below the East Setauket average of 121. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in East Setauket.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Nicholson | 308 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Petraco | 205 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Fazel Khan | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Mallo | 80 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Brennan | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Minutillo | 28 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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