Shoulder
Dr. Zachary Pressman, MD
Dr. Zachary Pressman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Edina, Minnesota. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Pressman has performed 30 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #12 in Minnesota.
In Minnesota, Dr. Pressman performs near average in shoulder (30 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Pressman's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 30 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. Pressman first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Pressman's 30 verified procedures is near the national average of 28.
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. Pressman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Contact & Location
Edina, MN 55435
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pressman has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Pressman
How does Dr. Pressman's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Pressman has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 47 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Pressman ranks #109 out of 179 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pressman perform?
Dr. Pressman's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 30 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Pressman with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Pressman ranks #12 in Minnesota for shoulder replacement with 30 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 179 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pressman 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. Pressman 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. Pressman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pressman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pressman is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital.
How does Dr. Pressman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Edina?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Edina, Dr. Pressman ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Edina has 140 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pressman practices?
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. Pressman's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Edina average of 81. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Edina.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Heller | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Anseth | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Tuttle | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bishoy Gad | 80 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allan Hunt | 69 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Anderson | 52 | Hip, Knee |
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