Who is the top-ranked knee replacement surgeon in Rhode Island?

Robert Marchand in Wakefield is the highest-volume knee replacement surgeon in Rhode Island with 131 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 Rhode Island surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many knee replacement surgeons are in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform knee replacement, with a combined 945 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our Rhode Island knee replacement rankings performs 38 procedures annually. Top cities include East Providence, Providence, Wakefield.

What is the average cost of knee replacement in Rhode Island?

For Medicare beneficiaries in Rhode Island, out-of-pocket costs for knee replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Many knee replacements are now performed as outpatient procedures, reducing costs.

Does Medicare cover knee replacement surgery in Rhode Island?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary knee replacement surgery in Rhode Island. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 Rhode Island surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right knee replacement surgeon in Rhode Island?

Compare Rhode Island knee replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in Rhode Island performs 131 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery (Mako, ROSA); (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for knee replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance the same day or day after knee replacement surgery. Return to normal activities typically takes 6-12 weeks. Physical therapy starts immediately and continues for 8-12 weeks. Many Rhode Island surgeons use rapid recovery protocols and robotic-assisted techniques that can speed healing and improve outcomes.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for knee replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume knee replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 200+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our Rhode Island rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in Rhode Island have the best knee replacement surgeons?

The top cities for knee replacement surgery in Rhode Island include East Providence, Providence, Wakefield. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced knee replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in Rhode Island

1

State Rank

NPI: 1881658896

Robert Marchand

Wakefield

RI

131

Verified Cases

1881658896

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1194987883

Richard Thoms, M.D.

Niantic

CT

Also practices here via Westerly Hospital

79

Verified Cases

1194987883

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1245523463

Eric Cohen

Providence

RI

59

Verified Cases

1245523463

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1093942823

Valentin Antoci

East Providence

RI

53

Verified Cases

1093942823

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1306152632

Christopher Skeehan

Newport

RI

52

Verified Cases

1306152632

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1710141478

Roald Llado

Providence

RI

51

Verified Cases

1710141478

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1871791673

David Vegari, MD

Wynnewood

PA

Also practices here via South County Hospital Inc

48

Verified Cases

1871791673

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1669613907

Derek Jenkins

East Providence

RI

47

Verified Cases

1669613907

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1811939705

John Froehlich

East Providence

RI

42

Verified Cases

1811939705

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1467742734

Thomas Barrett

East Greenwich

RI

36

Verified Cases

1467742734

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1033601968

Alexander Orfanos

Providence

RI

33

Verified Cases

1033601968

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1699139477

William Walsh

East Providence

RI

32

Verified Cases

1699139477

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1306800313

David Burns

Wakefield

RI

31

Verified Cases

1306800313

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1083668883

Michael Bradley

Wakefield

RI

30

Verified Cases

1083668883

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1568420115

Peter Pizzarello

Providence

RI

27

Verified Cases

1568420115

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1912992645

Sidney Migliori

Cranston

RI

26

Verified Cases

1912992645

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1508399858

Mouhanad El Othmani

Westerly

RI

22

Verified Cases

1508399858

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1902805591

Christopher Hutchins

Westerly

RI

22

Verified Cases

1902805591

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1205893229

Stephen Gross

Westerly

RI

21

Verified Cases

1205893229

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1194710814

Louis Mariorenzi

Cranston

RI

19

Verified Cases

1194710814

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1194102699

Andrew Kay, M.D.

Houston

TX

Also practices here via South County Hospital Inc

19

Verified Cases

1194102699

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1477581437

Michael Mason, D.O.

Brighton

MA

Also practices here via South County Hospital Inc

18

Verified Cases

1477581437

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1114985041

Michael Belanger

Johnston

RI

16

Verified Cases

1114985041

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1952964868

Jace Kusler

East Providence

RI

16

Verified Cases

1952964868

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1225444607

Nathan Howlett

Warwick

RI

15

Verified Cases

1225444607

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

Top 25 Knee Replacement Surgeons in Rhode Island

Robert Marchand

Richard Thoms, M.D.

Eric Cohen

Valentin Antoci

Christopher Skeehan

Roald Llado

David Vegari, MD

Derek Jenkins

John Froehlich

Thomas Barrett

Alexander Orfanos

William Walsh

David Burns

Michael Bradley

Peter Pizzarello

Sidney Migliori

Mouhanad El Othmani

Christopher Hutchins

Stephen Gross

Louis Mariorenzi

Andrew Kay, M.D.

Michael Mason, D.O.

Michael Belanger

Jace Kusler

Nathan Howlett

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