Dr. Nicholas Violante, DO
Dr. Nicholas Violante is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Amherst, New York. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Violante has performed 64 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#43 in New York) and 14 knee replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Violante performs above average in hip (64 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (14 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Violante's practice is heavily focused on hip replacement surgery, which accounts for 82% of reported Medicare volume.
Amherst is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Amherst area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Violante extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 78 in the most recent data, a 290% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Violante's 64 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Violante Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Amherst, NY 14226
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Violante's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 290% from 20 procedures in 2013 to 78 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. Violante
How does Dr. Violante's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Violante has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Violante ranks #95 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Violante perform?
Dr. Violante's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (64 cases) and knee replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Violante in Amherst?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Amherst 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. Violante 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. Violante's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Violante's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Violante's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2013 to 78 in the most recent data, a 290% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 95 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Violante perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Violante's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (64 cases), knee replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Violante affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Violante is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital.
How does Dr. Violante compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Amherst?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Amherst, Dr. Violante ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Violante has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Violante practices?
Kenmore Mercy Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Amherst, New York
Dr. Violante's 78 Medicare procedures are above the Amherst average of 48. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Amherst.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Ostempowski | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Nodzo | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Vargo | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Mann | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Stoeckl | 36 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Dipaola | 13 | Shoulder |
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