Dr. Alexander Orfanos, MD
Contact & Location
Providence, RI 02905
Dr. Alexander Orfanos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Orfanos has performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#9 in Rhode Island) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Rhode Island, Dr. Orfanos performs near average in knee (33 vs 35 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Orfanos's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (33 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Providence is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Providence area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Orfanos first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Orfanos's 33 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. Orfanos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Rhode Island 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. Orfanos
How does Dr. Orfanos's procedure volume compare to other Rhode Island surgeons?
Dr. Orfanos has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Rhode Island average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Orfanos ranks #14 out of 28 orthopedic surgeons in Rhode Island.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Orfanos perform?
Dr. Orfanos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Orfanos with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Orfanos ranks #9 in Rhode Island for knee replacement with 33 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 28 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Orfanos in Providence?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Providence 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 Rhode Island surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Orfanos 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. Orfanos's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Orfanos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Orfanos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Orfanos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Orfanos is affiliated with Littleton Regional Healthcare. Dr. Orfanos maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Orfanos compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Providence?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Providence, Dr. Orfanos ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Orfanos is among the highest-volume surgeons in Providence.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Orfanos practices?
Littleton Regional Healthcare (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 Providence, Rhode Island
Dr. Orfanos's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Providence average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Providence.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Cohen | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roald Llado | 70 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Green | 47 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Peter Pizzarello | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Paxton | 32 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Robert Shalvoy | 12 | Knee |
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