Dr. Pierre Bruneau, M.D.
Dr. Pierre Bruneau is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Brewster, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Bruneau has performed 19 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#145 in New York) and 13 knee replacements, for a combined total of 32 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Bruneau performs below average in hip (19 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (13 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Bruneau's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (19 cases) and knee replacements (13 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Bruneau holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Bruneau is the only orthopedic surgeon in Brewster represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Bruneau extend back to 2017, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 32 in the most recent data, a 191% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Bruneau's 19 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Bruneau Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Brewster, NY 10509
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bruneau's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 191% from 11 procedures in 2017 to 32 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. Bruneau
How does Dr. Bruneau's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Bruneau has performed 32 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. Bruneau ranks #209 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bruneau perform?
Dr. Bruneau's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (19 cases) and knee replacement (13 cases).
Where is Dr. Bruneau's practice located?
Dr. Bruneau practices in Brewster, New York. The office is located at 182 Rte 312, Brewster, NY 10509. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Bruneau for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Bruneau 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. Bruneau's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 32 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bruneau's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bruneau's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2017 to 32 in the most recent data, a 191% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 33 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Bruneau perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bruneau's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (19 cases), knee replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bruneau affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bruneau is affiliated with Montefiore St Luke'S Cornwall.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bruneau practices?
Montefiore St Luke'S Cornwall (3 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.
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