Dr. Noah Epstein, M.D.
Contact & Location
Holyoke, MA 01040
Dr. Noah Epstein is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Holyoke, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Epstein has performed 23 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#82 in Massachusetts) and 17 knee replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Epstein performs below average in hip (23 vs 44 avg), below average in knee (17 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Epstein's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (23 cases) and knee replacements (17 cases).
Dr. Epstein is the only orthopedic surgeon in Holyoke represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Epstein extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Epstein's 23 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Epstein Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Epstein's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 264% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 40 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Epstein
How does Dr. Epstein's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Epstein has performed 40 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. Epstein ranks #118 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Epstein perform?
Dr. Epstein's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases) and knee replacement (17 cases).
Where is Dr. Epstein's practice located?
Dr. Epstein practices in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The office is located at 10 Hospital Dr, Holyoke, MA 01040. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Epstein for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Epstein 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. Epstein's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Epstein's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Epstein's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 40 in the most recent data, a 264% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 40 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Epstein perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Epstein's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases), knee replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Epstein affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Epstein is affiliated with Holyoke Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Epstein practices?
Holyoke Medical Center (2 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.
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