Dr. James Delullo
Contact & Location
814-877-9100
Erie, PA 16507
Dr. Delullo performs more knee replacement procedures than 32% of orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #208 of 308 ranked knee surgeons in Pennsylvania.
About Dr. Delullo
Practice. Dr. James Delullo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Erie, Pennsylvania. The latest annual CMS data records 24 knee replacements and 18 hip replacements, 42 procedures in all. That is #208 in Pennsylvania for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 20 procedures a year to 42, up 110%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Erie has 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Delullo also holds hospital privileges in PA and NY, a practice that extends beyond Pennsylvania.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 20 |
| 2014 | 12 | 23 |
| 2015 | 23 | 21 |
| 2016 | 23 | 32 |
| 2017 | 18 | 27 |
| 2018 | 19 | 27 |
| 2019 | 15 | 19 |
| 2020 | 17 | 17 |
| 2021 | 16 | 30 |
| 2022 | 13 | 28 |
| 2023 | 15 | 20 |
| 2024 | 18 | 24 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Delullo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Delullo's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 110% from 20 procedures in 2013 to 42 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. Delullo
How does Dr. Delullo's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Delullo has performed 42 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. Delullo ranks #209 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Delullo perform?
Dr. Delullo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Delullo in Erie?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Erie 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. Delullo represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Delullo's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 180 procedures against the 42 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Delullo's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Delullo's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2013 to 42 in the most recent data, a 110% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2016.
Does Dr. Delullo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Delullo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Delullo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Delullo is affiliated with Upmc Hamot, Upmc Chautauqua At Wca. Dr. Delullo maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Delullo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Erie?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Erie, Dr. Delullo ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Erie has 144 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Delullo practices?
Upmc Hamot (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Upmc Chautauqua At Wca (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Erie, Pennsylvania
Dr. Delullo's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Erie average of 53. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Erie.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Lupo | 144 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David German | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nick Stefanovski | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Buseck | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. D Williams | 18 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Nechleba | 17 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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