Question 1

How many orthopedic surgeons are ranked in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

Who is the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

Which cities in Hawaii have the most orthopedic surgeons?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

What types of joint replacement procedures are performed in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

How do I choose the best orthopedic surgeon in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

Does Medicare cover joint replacement surgery in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

What is the average cost of joint replacement in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

How is surgeon ranking data verified for Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

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.

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Cass K Nakasone, M.D.

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Linda J Rasmussen, M.D.

Jason R Kaneshige, M.D.

Paul N Morton, MD

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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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