Dr. Erik Larsen, D.O.
Contact & Location
732-966-6317
Toms River, NJ 08755
Dr. Larsen performs more knee replacement procedures than 42% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #81 of 140 ranked knee surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Larsen
Practice. Dr. Erik Larsen is an orthopedic surgeon practicing in Toms River, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 27 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 40 procedures in all. That is #81 in New Jersey for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 40, up 233%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 27 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Toms River has 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 12 |
| 2014 | 0 | 14 |
| 2015 | 0 | 22 |
| 2016 | 0 | 19 |
| 2017 | 0 | 22 |
| 2018 | 0 | 15 |
| 2019 | 0 | 15 |
| 2020 | 0 | 18 |
| 2021 | 12 | 15 |
| 2022 | 0 | 16 |
| 2023 | 13 | 18 |
| 2024 | 13 | 27 |
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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Larsen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Larsen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 233% from 12 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 Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Larsen
How does Dr. Larsen's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Larsen has performed 40 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. Larsen ranks #89 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Larsen perform?
Dr. Larsen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Larsen in Toms River?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Toms River 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. Larsen 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Larsen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 140 to 170 procedures against the 40 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. Larsen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Larsen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 40 in the most recent data, a 233% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 40 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Larsen perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Larsen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Larsen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Larsen is affiliated with Community Medical Center.
How does Dr. Larsen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Toms River?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Toms River, Dr. Larsen ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Larsen has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Larsen practices?
Community Medical Center (1 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 Toms River, New Jersey
Dr. Larsen's 40 Medicare procedures are above the Toms River average of 26. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Toms River.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Karl Blum | 34 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Kasper | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Tauro | 28 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Passariello | 18 | Hip |
| Dr. Robert Nugent | 15 | Hip |
| Dr. David Dickerson | 14 | Hip |
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