Dr. Erik Larsen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Toms River, New Jersey. In 2023, Dr. Larsen performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#104 in New Jersey) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 31 procedures.
Dr. Larsen's 31 Medicare procedures are near the New Jersey median of 39. The state has 182 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Larsen's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (13 cases).
Toms River is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Toms River area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Larsen
How does Dr. Larsen's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Larsen performed 31 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Larsen ranks #111 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Larsen perform?
Dr. Larsen's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Larsen in Toms River?
Yes. There are 7 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 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Larsen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 31 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Toms River, New Jersey
Compare Dr. Larsen's volume with other surgeons practicing in Toms River.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Kasper | 41 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karl Blum | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Passariello | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Tauro | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. David Dickerson | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Jess Alcid | 14 | Knee |
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