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Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD

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(Thomas P. Sculco, MD)
Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery and General Practice
Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons
Professional interests include: arthritis, knee replacement, rheumatoid arthritis, and more.
541 East 71st Street 6th Floor HSS - The Pavilion
New York, NY 10021

Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD is an orthopedist in New York, NY specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and general practice. He graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian and Hospital for Special Surgery.

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Office Locations

Address:

541 East 71st Street 6th Floor HSS - The Pavilion
New York, NY 10021

Address:

525 E 71st Street
New York, NY 10021

Some issues Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD can help you with:

Hip Replacement

Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.

The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:

  • Partial hip replacement, which is generally recommended in the case of hip fractures or other hip injuries. If a patient is having a partial hip replacement, only the hip ball will be replaced.
  • Total hip replacement, which is often used to treat the hip joint when it has become damaged due to arthritis. Both the hip socket and hip ball are replaced.
  • Hip resurfacing, which is usually performed for younger patients. A hip resurfacing procedure reshapes the hip ball and only replaces its surface. This preserves more bone and makes future surgeries easier. If a patient is having a partial hip resurfacing, only the hip ball is resurfaced and replaced. If a patient is having a total hip resurfacing, the hip socket will be replaced as well.

During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.

Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“"We're ordering steel," said HSS surgeon-in-chief emeritus Dr. Thomas P. Sculco.”—"A New York institution is set to expand with $35 million gift", New York Post, March 2021
“It also takes less time and, according to orthopedic surgeon Thomas Sculco, also at the Hospital for Special Surgery, offers other benefits.”—"Patients Seek A Different Approach To Hip Replacement Surgery", NPR, July 2013
“With traditional replacement hips, "based on data, I know what the results will be in 10 to 20 years," said Dr. Thomas P. Sculco of the Hospital for Special Surgery, in Manhattan, who performs only...”—"For Women, Red Flags About a Hip Device (Published 2008)", New York Times, November 2008

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2018

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD treated as an orthopedist in New York, NY were aspiration, injections, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.

aspiration 291
computer assisted surgery (CAS) 17
doctor visit 1202
injections 291
joint surgery 250
lower extremity surgery 250
minimally invasive procedures 14
reconstructive surgery 248
revision surgery 11
synovectomy 14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2018

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD.

Gender
Male 244
Female 492
Ethnicity
Black / African American 14
Asian / Pacific Islander 5
Non-Hispanic White 681
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 5
Other 20
Age
75 to 84 305
85 and over 92
Less than 65 18
65 to 74 313

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD From 2013 - 2018

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 37
High Cholesterol 36
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 10
Chronic Kidney Disease 9
Asthma 5
Osteoporosis 9
Heart Failure 8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 5
Diabetes 17
Atrial Fibrillation 7
Cancer 8
Dementia 4

Education & Training

Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. He completed residency at Hospital for Special Surgery. He is certified by the Orthopedic Surgery and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons

Residency: Hospital for Special Surgery

Board Certification: Orthopedic Surgery

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

NewYork-Presbyterian
Hospital for Special Surgery

Insurance Information

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Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna

Ratings & Reviews

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Thomas Peter Sculco, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Limacorporate S.p.A. $26,524 Physica
$23,274 		Promade
$2,250 		PHYSICA CR
$1,000
Biomet Orthopedics, LLC $1,531 ORTHO - KNEES
$1,531
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. $264 Persona
$183 		KNEES
$81
Medtronic USA, Inc. $206 AQUAMANTYS
$206
Heron Therapeutics, Inc. $119 Zynrelef
$119
Other $125 None
$57 		ACCOLADE
$38 		XARELTO
$19 		Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride Injection (Precedex) (100 mcg
$11
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $26,524
Travel and Lodging $1,511
Food and Beverage $720
Education $14

Biography

Dr. Thomas Sculco is a New York, NY physician who specializes in general practice and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Dr. Sculco's areas of clinical interest consist of hip replacement and knee replacement. He is affiliated with Hospital for Special Surgery. He has an open panel in New York, NY according to Yext.

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