Dr. Mark Kasper, MD
Contact & Location
Toms River, NJ 08755
Dr. Mark Kasper is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Toms River, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kasper has performed 18 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#73 in New Jersey) and 15 knee replacements, for a combined total of 33 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Kasper performs below average in hip (18 vs 44 avg), below average in knee (15 vs 54 avg).
Dr. Kasper's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (18 cases) and knee replacements (15 cases).
Toms River is home to 8 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.
Dr. Kasper's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2022 before settling at 33 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Kasper's 18 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Kasper Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kasper's recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2022 and stood at 33 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Kasper
How does Dr. Kasper's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Kasper has performed 33 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. Kasper ranks #107 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kasper perform?
Dr. Kasper's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (18 cases) and knee replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kasper 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. Kasper 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. Kasper's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 33 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kasper's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Kasper's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 41 procedures in 2022 and was 33 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Kasper perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kasper's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (18 cases), knee replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kasper affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kasper is affiliated with Community Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kasper compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Toms River?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Toms River, Dr. Kasper ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kasper is among the highest-volume surgeons in Toms River.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kasper 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. Kasper's 33 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. Erik Larsen | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Karl Blum | 34 | 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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