Knee
Dr. Gregory Montalbano, MD
Dr. Gregory Montalbano is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Staten Island, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Montalbano has performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #120 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Montalbano performs below average in knee (33 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Montalbano's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 33 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.
Staten Island is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Staten Island area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Montalbano extend back to 2014, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 33 in the most recent data, a 94% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Montalbano's 33 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Montalbano Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Staten Island, NY 10314
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Montalbano's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 94% from 17 procedures in 2014 to 33 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. Montalbano
How does Dr. Montalbano's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Montalbano has performed 33 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. Montalbano ranks #207 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Montalbano perform?
Dr. Montalbano's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 33 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Montalbano in Staten Island?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Staten Island 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. Montalbano 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. Montalbano's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Montalbano's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Montalbano's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2014 to 33 in the most recent data, a 94% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 35 procedures in 2017.
Which hospitals is Dr. Montalbano affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Montalbano is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals.
How does Dr. Montalbano compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Staten Island?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Staten Island, Dr. Montalbano ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Montalbano is among the highest-volume surgeons in Staten Island.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Montalbano practices?
Nyu Langone Hospitals (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Staten Island, New York
Dr. Montalbano's 33 Medicare procedures are below the Staten Island average of 70. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Staten Island.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jules Hip-Flores | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yevgeniy Korshunov | 55 | Hip, Knee |
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