Dr. John Acampa, M.D.
Contact & Location
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Dr. John Acampa is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bay Shore, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Acampa has completed 37 knee replacements (#104 in New York), 20 hip replacements, and 18 shoulder replacements, totaling 75 Medicare-verified procedures.
In New York, Dr. Acampa performs below average in knee (37 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (18 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Acampa performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (37 cases), followed by hip replacements (20) and shoulder replacements (18).
Bay Shore is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bay Shore area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Acampa extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 43 to 75 in the most recent data, a 74% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Acampa's 37 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. Acampa Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Acampa's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 74% from 43 procedures in 2013 to 75 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. Acampa
How does Dr. Acampa's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Acampa has performed 75 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Acampa ranks #100 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Acampa perform?
Dr. Acampa performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Acampa in Bay Shore?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bay Shore 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. Acampa 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. Acampa's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 75 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Acampa's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Acampa's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 43 procedures in 2013 to 75 in the most recent data, a 74% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 82 procedures in 2015.
Does Dr. Acampa perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Acampa's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (37 cases), hip replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (18 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Acampa among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Acampa affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Acampa is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, Mount Sinai South Nassau, St Charles Hospital, South Shore University Hospital.
How does Dr. Acampa compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bay Shore?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Bay Shore, Dr. Acampa ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Acampa is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bay Shore.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Acampa practices?
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mount Sinai South Nassau (3 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 Bay Shore, New York
Dr. Acampa's 75 Medicare procedures are below the Bay Shore average of 187. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bay Shore.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Nett | 303 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Keith Reinhardt | 184 | Hip, Knee |
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