Dr. Joseph Varcadipane, M.D.
Dr. Joseph Varcadipane is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Honolulu, Hawaii. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Varcadipane has performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Hawaii) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
In Hawaii, Dr. Varcadipane performs near average in knee (35 vs 40 avg), near average in hip (24 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Varcadipane's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Honolulu is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Honolulu area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Varcadipane extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 59 in the most recent data, a 247% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Varcadipane's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Varcadipane Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Hawaii state average.
Contact & Location
Honolulu, HI 96813
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Varcadipane's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 247% from 17 procedures in 2015 to 59 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Varcadipane
How does Dr. Varcadipane's procedure volume compare to other Hawaii surgeons?
Dr. Varcadipane has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Hawaii average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Varcadipane ranks #6 out of 15 orthopedic surgeons in Hawaii.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Varcadipane perform?
Dr. Varcadipane's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Varcadipane with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Varcadipane ranks #5 in Hawaii for knee replacement with 35 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 15 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Varcadipane in Honolulu?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Honolulu 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 Hawaii surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Varcadipane 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. Varcadipane's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Varcadipane's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Varcadipane's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2015 to 59 in the most recent data, a 247% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Varcadipane perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Varcadipane's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Varcadipane affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Varcadipane is affiliated with Straub Clinic And Hospital, Pali Momi Medical Center, The Queens Medical Center.
How does Dr. Varcadipane compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Honolulu?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Honolulu, Dr. Varcadipane ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Honolulu has 146 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Varcadipane practices?
Straub Clinic And Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Pali Momi Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); The Queens Medical 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 Honolulu, Hawaii
Dr. Varcadipane's 59 Medicare procedures are below the Honolulu average of 73. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Honolulu.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Cass Nakasone | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffery Harpstrite | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Morton | 92 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Kaneshige | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jay Marumoto | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Richardson | 28 | Hip, Knee |
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