Dr. Frank Dimaio, MD
Contact & Location
Garden City, NY 11530
Dr. Frank Dimaio is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Garden City, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Dimaio has performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#92 in New York) and 41 hip replacements, for a combined total of 84 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Dimaio performs near average in knee (43 vs 47 avg), near average in hip (41 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Dimaio's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (43 cases) and hip replacements (41 cases).
Garden City is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Garden City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dimaio extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 63 to 84 in the most recent data, a 33% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dimaio's 43 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Dimaio Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dimaio's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 33% from 63 procedures in 2013 to 84 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. Dimaio
How does Dr. Dimaio's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Dimaio has performed 84 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dimaio ranks #89 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dimaio perform?
Dr. Dimaio's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (41 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dimaio in Garden City?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Garden City 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. Dimaio 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. Dimaio's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 84 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dimaio's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dimaio's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 63 procedures in 2013 to 84 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 91 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Dimaio perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dimaio's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (41 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dimaio affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dimaio is affiliated with St Francis Hospital, Roslyn, St Charles Hospital.
How does Dr. Dimaio compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Garden City?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Garden City, Dr. Dimaio ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dimaio is among the highest-volume surgeons in Garden City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dimaio practices?
St Francis Hospital, Roslyn (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Charles 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 Garden City, New York
Dr. Dimaio's 84 Medicare procedures are above the Garden City average of 74. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Garden City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Omid Barzideh | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Sirounian | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Leung | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Capozzi | 29 | Hip, Knee |
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