Shoulder
Dr. Laszlo Harmat, D.O.
Dr. Laszlo Harmat is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Chardon, Ohio. Dr. Harmat has performed 16 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #60 in Ohio.
In Ohio, Dr. Harmat performs below average in shoulder (16 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Harmat's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 16 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.
Chardon is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Chardon area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Harmat extend back to 2014, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 16 in the most recent data, a 45% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Harmat's 16 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. Harmat Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Chardon, OH 44024
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Harmat's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 45% from 11 procedures in 2014 to 16 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. Harmat
How does Dr. Harmat's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Harmat has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Ohio average is 57 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Harmat ranks #322 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Harmat perform?
Dr. Harmat's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Harmat in Chardon?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Chardon 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Harmat 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. Harmat's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Harmat's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Harmat's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2014 to 16 in the most recent data, a 45% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 25 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Harmat affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Harmat is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. Dr. Harmat maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Harmat compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Chardon?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Chardon, Dr. Harmat ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Chardon has 99 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Harmat practices?
Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Chardon, Ohio
Dr. Harmat's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Chardon average of 38. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Chardon.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gregory Sarkisian | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Benjamin Silver | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kraig Solak | 45 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. George Kellis | 22 | Knee |
| Dr. Scott Zimmer | 18 | Shoulder |
| Dr. J. Martin Leland | 14 | Shoulder |
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