Dr. Scott Nodzo is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Amherst, New York. In 2023, Dr. Nodzo performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#124 in New York) and 21 hip replacements, for a combined total of 53 procedures.
Dr. Nodzo's 53 Medicare procedures are near the New York median of 44. The state has 334 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Nodzo's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (21 cases).
Amherst is home to 7 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.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nodzo
How does Dr. Nodzo's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Nodzo performed 53 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. Nodzo ranks #141 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nodzo perform?
Dr. Nodzo's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nodzo in Amherst?
Yes. There are 7 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. Nodzo represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Nodzo's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 53 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Amherst, New York
Compare Dr. Nodzo's volume with other surgeons practicing in Amherst.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nicholas Violante | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Ostempowski | 71 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Vargo | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Mann | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Stoeckl | 36 | Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Dipaola | 13 | Shoulder |
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