Dr. Gregory Mallo, M.D.
Contact & Location
631-689-6698
East Setauket, NY 11733
About Dr. Mallo
Dr. Gregory Mallo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in East Setauket, New York. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Mallo performed 80 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #3 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Mallo performs well above the state average in shoulder (80 vs 29).
Dr. Mallo's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 80 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.
East Setauket is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the East Setauket area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Mallo extend back to 2014, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 80 in the most recent data, a 433% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,213 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mallo's 80 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 29, ranking #85 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 80 |
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. Mallo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Mallo's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 433% from 15 procedures in 2014 to 80 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Mallo
How does Dr. Mallo's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Mallo has performed 80 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mallo ranks #95 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mallo perform?
Dr. Mallo's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 80 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Mallo with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Mallo ranks #3 in New York for shoulder replacement with 80 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 334 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mallo 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. Mallo 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. Mallo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 80 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Mallo's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Mallo's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2014 to 80 in the most recent data, a 433% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 80 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mallo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mallo is affiliated with John T Mather Memorial Hospital Of Port Jefferson, St Charles Hospital.
How does Dr. Mallo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in East Setauket?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in East Setauket, Dr. Mallo ranks #5 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. Mallo practices?
John T Mather Memorial Hospital Of Port Jefferson (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 East Setauket, New York
Dr. Mallo's 80 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. Christopher Mileto | 91 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Brennan | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Minutillo | 28 | Knee |
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