Dr. Amit Sood, MD
Contact & Location
201-560-0711
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
Dr. Sood performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 36% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #26 of 41 ranked shoulder surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Sood
Dr. Amit Sood is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Sood performed 18 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #26 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Sood performs below the state average in shoulder (18 vs 29).
Dr. Sood's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 18 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.
Franklin Lakes is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Franklin Lakes area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Sood's Medicare record spans 9 years from 2015 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 13 to 23 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Sood's 18 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 | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 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. Sood Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sood's procedure volume has been consistent across 9 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 23 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Sood
How does Dr. Sood's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Sood has performed 18 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Sood ranks #145 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sood perform?
Dr. Sood'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. Sood in Franklin Lakes?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin Lakes 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 New Jersey surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sood 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. Sood'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. Sood's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Sood's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 9 years of Medicare data, ranging from 13 to 23 procedures per year between 2015 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sood affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sood is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical, Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Sood compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Franklin Lakes?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Franklin Lakes, Dr. Sood ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sood is among the highest-volume surgeons in Franklin Lakes.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sood practices?
Hackensack Meridian Health Pascack Valley Medical (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Valley Hospital (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 Franklin Lakes, New Jersey
Dr. Sood's 18 Medicare procedures are below the Franklin Lakes average of 30. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Franklin Lakes.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gerald Andah | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Victor Ortiz | 25 | Hip |
| Dr. Robert Kayal | 17 | Knee |
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