Dr. Joseph Varcadipane is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Honolulu, Hawaii. In 2023, Dr. Varcadipane performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#5 in Hawaii) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
Dr. Varcadipane's 59 Medicare procedures are near the Hawaii median of 46. The state has 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Varcadipane
How does Dr. Varcadipane's procedure volume compare to other Hawaii surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Varcadipane 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 in 2023. 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Honolulu, Hawaii
Compare Dr. Varcadipane's volume with other 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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