Dr. Kenneth Vaz, M.D.
Contact & Location
202-444-8766
Washington, DC 20007
San Diego, CA 92103
About Dr. Vaz
Practice. Dr. Kenneth Vaz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Washington, District of Columbia. The latest annual CMS data records 59 hip replacements and 33 knee replacements, 92 procedures in all. That is #2 in District of Columbia for hip replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 39 procedures a year to 92, up 136%.
National context. Among 4,542 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 59 procedures is above the national average of 36.
Local context. Washington has 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Vaz also holds hospital privileges in DC and MD, a practice that extends beyond District of Columbia.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 14 | 25 |
| 2019 | 23 | 45 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 20 |
| 2022 | 25 | 20 |
| 2023 | 49 | 22 |
| 2024 | 59 | 33 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Vaz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the District of Columbia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vaz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 136% from 39 procedures in 2018 to 92 in the most recent data.
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 Hip Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vaz
How does Dr. Vaz's procedure volume compare to other District of Columbia surgeons?
Dr. Vaz has performed 92 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the District of Columbia average of 58 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Vaz ranks #3 out of 16 orthopedic surgeons in District of Columbia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vaz perform?
Dr. Vaz's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (59 cases) and knee replacement (33 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Vaz with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Vaz ranks #2 in District of Columbia for hip replacement with 59 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 16 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vaz in Washington?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Washington 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 District of Columbia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Vaz represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Vaz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 300 to 380 procedures against the 92 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Vaz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Vaz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 39 procedures in 2018 to 92 in the most recent data, a 136% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 92 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Vaz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Vaz's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (59 cases), knee replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vaz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vaz is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Vaz maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Vaz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Washington?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Washington, Dr. Vaz ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Vaz is among the highest-volume surgeons in Washington.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vaz practices?
Medstar Georgetown University Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Medstar Montgomery Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Medstar Washington Hospital Center (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 Washington, District of Columbia
Dr. Vaz's 92 Medicare procedures are above the Washington average of 89. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Washington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Savyasachi Thakkar | 126 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Anthony Unger | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Harb | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Afamefuna Nduaguba | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ahamefula Onyike | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Park | 64 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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