Dr. Michael Vazquez, M.D.
Contact & Location
508-478-7135
Milford, MA 01757
Milford, MA 01757
Dr. Vazquez performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 32% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #31 of 46 ranked shoulder surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Vazquez
Practice. Dr. Michael Vazquez is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Milford, Massachusetts. The latest annual CMS data records 18 shoulder replacements. That is #31 in Massachusetts for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 18, up 50%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 18 procedures is below the national average of 29. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Milford has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 18 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Vazquez Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
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Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vazquez's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 50% from 12 procedures in 2022 to 18 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. Vazquez
How does Dr. Vazquez's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Vazquez has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Massachusetts average is 74 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Vazquez ranks #169 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vazquez perform?
Dr. Vazquez's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vazquez in Milford?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Milford 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Vazquez represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Vazquez's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 60 procedures against the 18 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Vazquez's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Vazquez's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2022 to 18 in the most recent data, a 50% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 22 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vazquez affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vazquez is affiliated with Umass Memorial Health-Milford Regional Medical Ctr.
How does Dr. Vazquez compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Milford?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Milford, Dr. Vazquez ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Vazquez is among the highest-volume surgeons in Milford.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vazquez practices?
Umass Memorial Health-Milford Regional Medical Ctr (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 Milford, Massachusetts
Dr. Vazquez's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Milford average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Milford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Susan Barrett | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Mulroy | 33 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Richard Mulroy | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Brendan Kiernan | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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