Shoulder
Dr. Casey Beleckas, MD, MSC
Dr. Casey Beleckas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boca Raton, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2018, Dr. Beleckas has performed 95 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #8 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Beleckas performs well above average in shoulder (95 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Beleckas's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 95 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.
Boca Raton is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boca Raton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Beleckas first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Beleckas's 95 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 28, ranking #44 nationally.
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. Beleckas Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Boca Raton, FL 33428
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Beleckas
How does Dr. Beleckas's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Beleckas has performed 95 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Beleckas ranks #133 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beleckas perform?
Dr. Beleckas's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 95 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Beleckas with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Beleckas ranks #8 in Florida for shoulder replacement with 95 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 509 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Beleckas in Boca Raton?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Boca Raton 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Beleckas 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. Beleckas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 95 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Beleckas affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Beleckas is affiliated with West Boca Medical Center, Delray Medical Center, Boca Raton Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Beleckas compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boca Raton?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Boca Raton, Dr. Beleckas ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Beleckas is among the highest-volume surgeons in Boca Raton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Beleckas practices?
West Boca Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Delray Medical Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Boca Raton Regional 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 Boca Raton, Florida
Dr. Beleckas's 95 Medicare procedures are above the Boca Raton average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boca Raton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Levy | 211 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Alexander Gaukhman | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alan Saperstein | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charlton Stucken | 56 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Charles Toman | 28 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Krantzow | 14 | Hip |
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