Dr. Cristobal Beiro, MD
Contact & Location
732-283-2663
Avenel, NJ 07001
About Dr. Beiro
Dr. Cristobal Beiro is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Avenel, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Beiro performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #131 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Beiro performs below the state average in knee (13 vs 54).
Dr. Beiro's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 13 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.
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Beiro holds additional credentials in Sports Medicine, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Beiro is the only orthopedic surgeon in Avenel represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Beiro's Medicare record spans 7 years from 2015 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 11 to 18 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Dr. Beiro's 13 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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 |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 13 |
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. Beiro Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Beiro's procedure volume has been consistent across 7 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 18 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. Beiro
How does Dr. Beiro's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Beiro has performed 13 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. Beiro ranks #170 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Beiro perform?
Dr. Beiro's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 13 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Beiro's practice located?
Dr. Beiro practices in Avenel, New Jersey. The office is located at 1050 Us Highway 1, Avenel, NJ 07001. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Beiro for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Beiro 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. Beiro's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 13 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Beiro's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Beiro's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 7 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 18 procedures per year between 2015 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Beiro affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Beiro is affiliated with Raritan Bay Medical Center, Jfk University Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Beiro practices?
Raritan Bay Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Jfk University Medical Center (3 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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