Shoulder
Dr. Joshua Dworkin, M.D.
Dr. Joshua Dworkin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Dworkin has performed 15 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #3 in Hawaii.
In Hawaii, Dr. Dworkin performs near average in shoulder (15 vs 17 avg).
Dr. Dworkin's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 15 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.
Tripler Army Medical Center is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Tripler Army Medical Center area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Dworkin first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Dworkin's 15 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Dworkin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Hawaii state average.
Contact & Location
Tripler Army Medical Center, HI 96859
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. Dworkin
How does Dr. Dworkin's procedure volume compare to other Hawaii surgeons?
Dr. Dworkin has performed 15 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Hawaii average is 55 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dworkin ranks #14 out of 15 orthopedic surgeons in Hawaii.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dworkin perform?
Dr. Dworkin's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 15 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Dworkin with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Dworkin ranks #3 in Hawaii for shoulder replacement with 15 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 15 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dworkin in Tripler Army Medical Center?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Tripler Army Medical Center 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. Dworkin 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. Dworkin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 15 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dworkin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dworkin is affiliated with Trios, Lourdes Medical Center. Dr. Dworkin maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dworkin practices?
Trios (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Lourdes 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 Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii
Dr. Dworkin's 15 Medicare procedures are below the Tripler Army Medical Center average of 18. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tripler Army Medical Center.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Alison Kinsler | 20 | Shoulder |
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