Knee
Dr. Todd Melegari, MD
Dr. Todd Melegari is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Melegari has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #305 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Melegari performs below average in knee (12 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Melegari's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Bethlehem is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bethlehem area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Melegari first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Melegari's 12 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. Melegari Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Bethlehem, PA 18017
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Melegari
How does Dr. Melegari's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Melegari has performed 12 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. Melegari ranks #373 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Melegari perform?
Dr. Melegari's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Melegari in Bethlehem?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem 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. Melegari 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. Melegari's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Melegari affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Melegari is affiliated with Greater Baltimore Medical Center. Dr. Melegari maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Melegari compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Bethlehem, Dr. Melegari ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Bethlehem has 235 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Melegari practices?
Greater Baltimore Medical Center (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 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Dr. Melegari's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Bethlehem average of 116. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bethlehem.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Meade | 235 | Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Brogle | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Ferrante | 157 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chinenye Nwachuku | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wayne Luchetti | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Weiss | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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