Dr. Vrej Manoogian, D.O.
Contact & Location
352-483-5633
Mount Dora, FL 32757
Dr. Manoogian performs more knee replacement procedures than 43% of orthopedic surgeons in Florida, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #230 of 406 ranked knee surgeons in Florida.
About Dr. Manoogian
Practice. Dr. Vrej Manoogian is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mount Dora, Florida. The latest annual CMS data records 29 knee replacements and 16 hip replacements, 45 procedures in all. That is #230 in Florida for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 85 in 2013 and stands at 45 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 29 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Mount Dora has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 25 | 60 |
| 2014 | 19 | 51 |
| 2015 | 23 | 51 |
| 2016 | 21 | 36 |
| 2017 | 22 | 43 |
| 2018 | 22 | 31 |
| 2019 | 23 | 31 |
| 2020 | 15 | 27 |
| 2021 | 0 | 23 |
| 2022 | 18 | 26 |
| 2023 | 0 | 18 |
| 2024 | 16 | 29 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Manoogian Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Manoogian's recorded volume peaked at 85 procedures in 2013 and stood at 45 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 Knee Replacement
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Nutrition and Recovery After Joint ReplacementHow protein intake, anti-inflammatory foods, hydration, and targeted supplements support bone healing and tissue repair after surgery.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Manoogian
How does Dr. Manoogian's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Manoogian has performed 45 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Manoogian ranks #282 out of 523 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Manoogian perform?
Dr. Manoogian's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Manoogian in Mount Dora?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Dora 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. Manoogian 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Manoogian's total volume across all insurers at roughly 150 to 190 procedures against the 45 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. Manoogian's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Manoogian's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 85 procedures in 2013 and was 45 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.
Does Dr. Manoogian perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Manoogian's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Manoogian affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Manoogian is affiliated with Uf Health Leesburg Hospital, Adventhealth Waterman.
How does Dr. Manoogian compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mount Dora?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Mount Dora, Dr. Manoogian ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Manoogian is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mount Dora.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Manoogian practices?
Uf Health Leesburg Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Waterman (4 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 Mount Dora, Florida
Dr. Manoogian's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Mount Dora average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mount Dora.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Samir Guru | 148 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Dukens Labaze | 15 | Hip |
Patient Resources & Verification
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