Shoulder
Dr. Raymond Ropiak, M.D.
Dr. Raymond Ropiak is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Medford, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Ropiak has performed 27 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #12 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Ropiak performs near average in shoulder (27 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Ropiak's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 27 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.
Dr. Ropiak is the only orthopedic surgeon in Medford represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Ropiak extend back to 2013, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 27 in the most recent data, a 145% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ropiak's 27 verified procedures is near the national average of 28.
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. Ropiak Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Medford, NJ 08055
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ropiak's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 145% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 27 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ropiak
How does Dr. Ropiak's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Ropiak has performed 27 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. Ropiak ranks #123 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ropiak perform?
Dr. Ropiak's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Ropiak with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Ropiak ranks #12 in New Jersey for shoulder replacement with 27 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 182 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Ropiak's practice located?
Dr. Ropiak practices in Medford, New Jersey. The office is located at 131 Route 70 Ste 100a, Medford, NJ 08055. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Ropiak for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ropiak 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. Ropiak's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ropiak's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ropiak's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 27 in the most recent data, a 145% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 33 procedures in 2018.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ropiak affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ropiak is affiliated with West Jersey Hospital, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Virtua Mount Holly Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ropiak practices?
West Jersey Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars); Virtua Mount Holly Hospital (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.
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