Dr. Jozef Murar, M.D.
Contact & Location
952-456-7000
Edina, MN 55435
Dr. Murar performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 50% of orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #21 of 42 ranked shoulder surgeons in Minnesota.
About Dr. Murar
Dr. Jozef Murar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edina, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Murar performed 19 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #21 in Minnesota.
In Minnesota, Dr. Murar performs below the state average in shoulder (19 vs 24).
Dr. Murar's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 19 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.
Edina is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Edina area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Murar's Medicare data spans 5 years, beginning in 2019. Volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2023 before settling at 19 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Murar's 19 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,217 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 28 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 18 |
| 2022 | 0 | 20 |
| 2023 | 12 | 29 |
| 2024 | 0 | 19 |
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. Murar Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Murar's recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2023 and stood at 19 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. Murar
How does Dr. Murar's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Murar has performed 19 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 43 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Murar ranks #136 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Murar perform?
Dr. Murar's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 19 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Murar in Edina?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Murar 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. Murar's total volume across all insurers at roughly 50 to 70 procedures against the 19 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. Murar's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Murar's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2023 and was 19 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. Murar affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Murar is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital.
How does Dr. Murar compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edina?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina, Dr. Murar ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Edina has 145 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Murar practices?
Ridgeview Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); M Health Fairview Ridges 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 Edina, Minnesota
Dr. Murar's 19 Medicare procedures are below the Edina average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Heller | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anseth | 116 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bishoy Gad | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Tuttle | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allan Hunt | 61 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Loren Vorlicky | 38 | Hip, Knee |
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