Shoulder
Dr. Brett Cascio, M.D.
Dr. Brett Cascio is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Charles, Louisiana. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cascio has performed 12 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #24 in Louisiana.
In Louisiana, Dr. Cascio performs below average in shoulder (12 vs 25 avg).
Dr. Cascio's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 12 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.
Lake Charles is home to 10 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lake Charles area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Cascio's Medicare data spans 10 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2015 before settling at 12 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Cascio's 12 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. Cascio Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Contact & Location
Lake Charles, LA 70605
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cascio's recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2015 and stood at 12 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Cascio
How does Dr. Cascio's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Cascio has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Louisiana average is 51 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Cascio ranks #115 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cascio perform?
Dr. Cascio's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cascio in Lake Charles?
Yes. There are 10 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles 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 Louisiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cascio 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. Cascio's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cascio's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cascio's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 47 procedures in 2015 and was 12 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cascio affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cascio is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Cascio compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles?
Among the 10 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Charles, Dr. Cascio ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lake Charles has 117 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cascio practices?
Christus Ochsner St Patrick Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Lake Charles Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Dr. Cascio's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Lake Charles average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lake Charles.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Noble | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Hale | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Cohen | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Foret | 69 | Knee |
| Dr. Michael Garitty | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Meinhold | 39 | Hip, Knee |
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