How many orthopedic surgeons are ranked in Hawaii?

Our Hawaii directory includes 14 orthopedic surgeons who performed a combined 803 Medicare joint replacement procedures. These surgeons are ranked by verified Medicare procedure volume across hip, knee, and shoulder replacements, providing transparent data to help patients compare experience levels.

Who is the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in Hawaii?

Cass K Nakasone, M.D. in Honolulu is currently the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in Hawaii with 119 Medicare procedures. High procedure volume is associated with better patient outcomes, fewer complications, and shorter recovery times according to orthopedic research.

Which cities in Hawaii have the most orthopedic surgeons?

The top cities for orthopedic surgery in Hawaii are: Honolulu (8 surgeons), Aiea (2 surgeons), Wailuku (1 surgeons), Kailua (1 surgeons), Tripler Army Medical Center (1 surgeons). Hawaii has orthopedic surgeons practicing across 6 cities statewide. Urban medical centers tend to have higher surgeon concentrations and access to advanced surgical technology.

What types of joint replacement procedures are performed in Hawaii?

Hawaii orthopedic surgeons performed 432 knee replacements, 329 hip replacements, and 42 shoulder replacements based on Medicare data. Knee replacement is the most common joint replacement procedure nationwide. Many Hawaii surgeons also offer minimally invasive techniques and robotic-assisted surgery for improved precision and faster recovery.

How do I choose the best orthopedic surgeon in Hawaii?

Key factors to consider when choosing an orthopedic surgeon in Hawaii: (1) Medicare procedure volume — higher volume correlates with better outcomes; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings and accreditation; (5) Patient satisfaction scores; (6) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery; (7) Proximity to your home for follow-up appointments.

Does Medicare cover joint replacement surgery in Hawaii?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary joint replacement surgery in Hawaii, including hip, knee, and shoulder replacements. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll typically pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 14 surgeons in our Hawaii rankings accept Medicare.

What is the average cost of joint replacement in Hawaii?

For Medicare beneficiaries in Hawaii, out-of-pocket costs for joint replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Total costs vary by procedure type, hospital vs. outpatient surgery center, and your specific Medicare plan. Hip and knee replacements are increasingly performed as outpatient procedures, which can reduce costs. All ranked Hawaii surgeons accept Medicare assignment.

How is surgeon ranking data verified for Hawaii?

Our Hawaii surgeon rankings are based on CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) public datasets, which track every Medicare-billed procedure by provider NPI number. This data is independently verified by the federal government and represents the most comprehensive publicly available source for surgeon procedure volumes. Rankings are updated annually when new CMS data is published.

14+ Orthopedic Surgeons in Hawaii

Top Orthopedic Surgeons in Hawaii

Hawaii Rankings

14 surgeons • 803 procedures

Current Medicare Data

Discover Hawaii's leading orthopedic surgeons ranked by verified Medicare procedure volume. Our comprehensive analysis covers 14 specialists across hip, knee, and shoulder replacement procedures.

State Rank

NPI: 1316011091

Cass K Nakasone, M.D.

Honolulu

119

Verified Cases

State

Hip 60

Knee 59

State Rank

NPI: 1952413973

Jeffery K Harpstrite, MD

Honolulu

108

Verified Cases

State

Hip 70

Knee 38

State Rank

NPI: 1801162797

Zachary Thielen

Wailuku

Verified Cases

State

Hip 37

Knee 41

State Rank

NPI: 1811966740

Linda J Rasmussen, M.D.

Kailua

Verified Cases

State

Hip 32

Knee 37

State Rank

NPI: 1871798132

Jason R Kaneshige, M.D.

Honolulu

Verified Cases

State

Hip 31

Knee 36

State Rank

NPI: 1669736989

Paul N Morton, MD

Honolulu

Verified Cases

State

Hip 14

Knee 51

State Rank

NPI: 1619137973

Joseph C Varcadipane, M.D.

Honolulu

Verified Cases

State

Hip 32

Knee 24

State Rank

NPI: 1477870897

Andrew B Richardson, M.D.

Honolulu

Verified Cases

State

Hip 20

Knee 32

State Rank

NPI: 1841488012

Alison R Kinsler, MD

Tripler Army Medical Center

Verified Cases

State

Knee 17

Shoulder 28

State Rank

NPI: 1528163284

David Rovinsky, M.D.

Lihue

Verified Cases

#10

State

Hip 22

Knee 15

State Rank

NPI: 1194776880

Calvin S Oishi, M.D.

Aiea

Verified Cases

#11

State

Knee 37

State Rank

NPI: 1407968365

Jay M Marumoto, MD

Honolulu

Verified Cases

#12

State

Knee 32

State Rank

NPI: 1851710180

Mariya Opanova

Aiea

Verified Cases

#13

State

Hip 11

Knee 13

State Rank

NPI: 1548465057

Alexander C Garber, M.D. PHD

Honolulu

Verified Cases

#14

State

Shoulder 14

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Cass K Nakasone, M.D.

Jeffery K Harpstrite, MD

Zachary Thielen

Linda J Rasmussen, M.D.

Jason R Kaneshige, M.D.

Paul N Morton, MD

Joseph C Varcadipane, M.D.

Andrew B Richardson, M.D.

Alison R Kinsler, MD

David Rovinsky, M.D.

Calvin S Oishi, M.D.

Jay M Marumoto, MD

Mariya Opanova

Alexander C Garber, M.D. PHD

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