Shoulder
Dr. Robert Trasolini, DO
Dr. Robert Trasolini is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Smithtown, New York. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Trasolini has performed 20 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #35 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Trasolini performs below average in shoulder (20 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Trasolini's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 20 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. Trasolini is the only orthopedic surgeon in Smithtown represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Trasolini first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Trasolini's 20 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. Trasolini Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Smithtown, NY 11787
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Trasolini 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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Pain Management After Joint ReplacementA comprehensive guide to managing post-surgical pain through medication, physical therapy, cold therapy, and non-pharmacological strategies.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Trasolini
How does Dr. Trasolini's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Trasolini has performed 20 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Trasolini ranks #256 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Trasolini perform?
Dr. Trasolini's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Trasolini's practice located?
Dr. Trasolini practices in Smithtown, New York. The office is located at 222 E Middle Country Rd Ste 340, Smithtown, NY 11787. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Trasolini for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Trasolini 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. Trasolini's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Trasolini affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Trasolini is affiliated with Huntington Hospital, North Shore University Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Trasolini practices?
Huntington Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); North Shore University Hospital (4 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.
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