Dr. Patrick Pallitto
Contact & Location
Beaufort, SC 29902
Dr. Patrick Pallitto is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Beaufort, South Carolina. Dr. Pallitto has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #97 in South Carolina.
In South Carolina, Dr. Pallitto performs below average in knee (20 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Pallitto's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 20 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.
Beaufort is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Beaufort area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Pallitto first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Pallitto's 20 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. Pallitto Compares
Procedure volume compared to the South Carolina 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Pallitto
How does Dr. Pallitto's procedure volume compare to other South Carolina surgeons?
Dr. Pallitto has performed 20 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The South Carolina average is 76 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Pallitto ranks #124 out of 158 orthopedic surgeons in South Carolina.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pallitto perform?
Dr. Pallitto's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pallitto in Beaufort?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort 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 South Carolina surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Pallitto 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. Pallitto's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pallitto affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pallitto is affiliated with Beaufort County Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Pallitto compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Beaufort, Dr. Pallitto ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Beaufort has 176 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pallitto practices?
Beaufort County Memorial Hospital (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 Beaufort, South Carolina
Dr. Pallitto's 20 Medicare procedures are below the Beaufort average of 94. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Beaufort.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Delgaizo | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Dean | 129 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Scott | 107 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Howell Jones | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Blocker | 59 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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