Shoulder
Dr. Oscar Vazquez, M.D.
Dr. Oscar Vazquez is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hackensack, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Vazquez has performed 14 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #28 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Vazquez performs below average in shoulder (14 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Vazquez's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 14 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.
Hackensack is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Hackensack area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Vazquez first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Vazquez's 14 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Vazquez Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vazquez has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vazquez
How does Dr. Vazquez's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Vazquez has performed 14 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. Vazquez ranks #158 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vazquez perform?
Dr. Vazquez's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 14 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vazquez in Hackensack?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Hackensack 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. Vazquez 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. Vazquez's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 14 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vazquez affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vazquez is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc.
How does Dr. Vazquez compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hackensack?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Hackensack, Dr. Vazquez ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Hackensack has 114 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vazquez practices?
Hackensack University Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (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 Hackensack, New Jersey
Dr. Vazquez's 14 Medicare procedures are below the Hackensack average of 56. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hackensack.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas John | 114 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Cahill | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Francis Alberta | 61 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Yair Kissin | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Luis Grau | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Stephen Rossman | 18 | Hip |
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