Dr. Robert Ruggiero, M.D.
Dr. Robert Ruggiero is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ruggiero has performed 15 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#273 in Pennsylvania) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Ruggiero performs below average in knee (15 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Ruggiero's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (15 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Malvern is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Malvern area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ruggiero first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2020. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Ruggiero's 15 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Ruggiero Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Malvern, PA 19355
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ruggiero has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2020. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Ruggiero
How does Dr. Ruggiero's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Ruggiero has performed 29 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Ruggiero ranks #264 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ruggiero perform?
Dr. Ruggiero's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ruggiero in Malvern?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Malvern 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. Ruggiero 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. Ruggiero's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ruggiero perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ruggiero's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (15 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ruggiero affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ruggiero is affiliated with Paoli Hospital, Chester County Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, The, Lankenau Medical Center.
How does Dr. Ruggiero compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Malvern?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Malvern, Dr. Ruggiero ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ruggiero is among the highest-volume surgeons in Malvern.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ruggiero practices?
Paoli Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Chester County Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bryn Mawr Hospital, The (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 Malvern, Pennsylvania
Dr. Ruggiero's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Malvern average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Malvern.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Garino | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Odgers | 43 | Shoulder |
| Dr. David Raab | 15 | Knee |
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