Dr. Daniel Vargo, M.D.
Contact & Location
Amherst, NY 14226
Dr. Daniel Vargo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Amherst, New York. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Vargo has performed 28 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#100 in New York) and 14 knee replacements, for a combined total of 42 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Vargo performs below average in hip (28 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (14 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Vargo's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (28 cases) and knee replacements (14 cases).
Amherst is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Amherst area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Vargo's Medicare data spans 6 years, beginning in 2019. Volume peaked at 66 procedures in 2020 before settling at 42 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Vargo's 28 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. Vargo Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Vargo's recorded volume peaked at 66 procedures in 2020 and stood at 42 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Vargo
How does Dr. Vargo's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Vargo has performed 42 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Vargo ranks #179 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Vargo perform?
Dr. Vargo's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases) and knee replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Vargo in Amherst?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Amherst 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 York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Vargo 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. Vargo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 42 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Vargo's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Vargo's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 66 procedures in 2020 and was 42 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. Vargo perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Vargo's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vargo affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Vargo is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Sisters Of Charity Hospital.
How does Dr. Vargo compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Amherst?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Amherst, Dr. Vargo ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Amherst has 79 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Vargo practices?
Kenmore Mercy Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Sisters Of Charity 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Amherst, New York
Dr. Vargo's 42 Medicare procedures are below the Amherst average of 46. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Amherst.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicholas Violante | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Nodzo | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Ostempowski | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Stoeckl | 35 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Mann | 25 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Burzynski | 24 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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