Shoulder
Dr. Brett Wasserlauf, MD
Dr. Brett Wasserlauf is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bloomfield, Connecticut. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Wasserlauf has performed 11 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #25 in Connecticut.
In Connecticut, Dr. Wasserlauf performs below average in shoulder (11 vs 24 avg).
Dr. Wasserlauf's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 11 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.
Dr. Wasserlauf is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bloomfield represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Wasserlauf's Medicare data spans 8 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 26 procedures in 2020 before settling at 11 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Wasserlauf's 11 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Wasserlauf Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Connecticut state average.
Contact & Location
Bloomfield, CT 06002
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wasserlauf's recorded volume peaked at 26 procedures in 2020 and stood at 11 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wasserlauf
How does Dr. Wasserlauf's procedure volume compare to other Connecticut surgeons?
Dr. Wasserlauf has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Connecticut average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wasserlauf ranks #100 out of 101 orthopedic surgeons in Connecticut.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wasserlauf perform?
Dr. Wasserlauf's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Wasserlauf's practice located?
Dr. Wasserlauf practices in Bloomfield, Connecticut. The office is located at 35 Jolley Dr, Bloomfield, CT 06002. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Wasserlauf for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Wasserlauf 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. Wasserlauf's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wasserlauf's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wasserlauf's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 26 procedures in 2020 and was 11 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wasserlauf affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wasserlauf is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wasserlauf practices?
Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center (2 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.
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