Dr. Richard Yoon, MD
Contact & Location
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Dr. Richard Yoon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Jersey City, New Jersey. Dr. Yoon has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#107 in New Jersey) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Yoon performs below average in knee (18 vs 54 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Yoon's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Jersey City is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Jersey City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Yoon extend back to 2019, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 29 in the most recent data, a 107% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Yoon's 18 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 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. Yoon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Yoon's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 107% from 14 procedures in 2019 to 29 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Yoon
How does Dr. Yoon's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Yoon has performed 29 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. Yoon ranks #118 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Yoon perform?
Dr. Yoon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Yoon in Jersey City?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Jersey City 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. Yoon 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. Yoon's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Yoon's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Yoon's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2019 to 29 in the most recent data, a 107% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 29 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Yoon perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Yoon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Yoon affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Yoon is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Jersey City Medical Center, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Yoon practices?
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Jersey City Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); 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 Jersey City, New Jersey
Dr. Yoon's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Jersey City average of 40. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Jersey City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Frank Liporace | 50 | Hip, Knee |
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