Dr. Stephen Zabinski, M.D.
Contact & Location
609-927-1991
Somers Point, NJ 08244
Dr. Zabinski performs more knee replacement procedures than 83% of orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #23 of 140 ranked knee surgeons in New Jersey.
About Dr. Zabinski
Practice. Dr. Stephen Zabinski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Somers Point, New Jersey. The latest annual CMS data records 92 knee replacements, 55 hip replacements, and 22 shoulder replacements, 169 procedures in all. That is #23 in New Jersey for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 141 procedures a year to 169, up 20%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 92 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Somers Point has 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 48 | 93 | 0 |
| 2014 | 55 | 87 | 0 |
| 2015 | 65 | 86 | 14 |
| 2016 | 56 | 98 | 12 |
| 2017 | 65 | 94 | 0 |
| 2018 | 63 | 91 | 12 |
| 2019 | 50 | 84 | 12 |
| 2020 | 32 | 68 | 13 |
| 2021 | 44 | 92 | 0 |
| 2022 | 51 | 86 | 0 |
| 2023 | 47 | 102 | 15 |
| 2024 | 55 | 92 | 22 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Zabinski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zabinski's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 20% from 141 procedures in 2013 to 169 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. Zabinski
How does Dr. Zabinski's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Zabinski has performed 169 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New Jersey average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Zabinski ranks #21 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zabinski perform?
Dr. Zabinski performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (92 cases), hip replacement (55 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zabinski in Somers Point?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Somers Point 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. Zabinski represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Zabinski's total volume across all insurers at roughly 550 to 700 procedures against the 169 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Zabinski's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Zabinski's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 141 procedures in 2013 to 169 in the most recent data, a 20% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 169 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Zabinski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zabinski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (92 cases), hip replacement (55 cases), shoulder replacement (22 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Zabinski among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zabinski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zabinski is affiliated with Shore Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Inc..
How does Dr. Zabinski compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Somers Point?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Somers Point, Dr. Zabinski ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Zabinski has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Zabinski practices?
Shore Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Inc. (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Somers Point, New Jersey
Dr. Zabinski's 169 Medicare procedures are above the Somers Point average of 71. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Somers Point.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Mark Pastore | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Tarity | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Barrett | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Islinger | 25 | Knee |
| Dr. Tuan Bui | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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