Dr. Anthony D'abarno, DO
Contact & Location
Scranton, PA 18503
Dr. Anthony D'abarno is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. D'abarno has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#209 in Pennsylvania) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. D'abarno performs below average in knee (24 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 37 avg).
Dr. D'abarno's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Scranton is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Scranton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. D'abarno first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. D'abarno's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. D'abarno Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
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. D'abarno
How does Dr. D'abarno's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. D'abarno has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 66 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. D'abarno ranks #223 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. D'abarno perform?
Dr. D'abarno's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. D'abarno in Scranton?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. D'abarno 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. D'abarno's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. D'abarno perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. D'abarno's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. D'abarno affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. D'abarno is affiliated with Sgmc Health. Dr. D'abarno maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. D'abarno compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scranton?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton, Dr. D'abarno ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Scranton has 74 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. D'abarno practices?
Sgmc Health (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 Scranton, Pennsylvania
Dr. D'abarno's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Scranton average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scranton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Mercuri | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mirza Shahid Baig | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Gillette | 60 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Colleran | 60 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Theodore Tomaszewski | 57 | Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Sutton | 50 | Hip, Knee |
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