Shoulder
Dr. Christopher Nacca, MD
Dr. Christopher Nacca is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Nacca has performed 11 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #7 in Rhode Island.
In Rhode Island, Dr. Nacca performs below average in shoulder (11 vs 23 avg).
Dr. Nacca's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 11 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.
Providence is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Providence area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Nacca first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Nacca's 11 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. Nacca Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Rhode Island state average.
Contact & Location
Providence, RI 02905
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Nacca
How does Dr. Nacca's procedure volume compare to other Rhode Island surgeons?
Dr. Nacca has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Rhode Island average is 53 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Nacca ranks #30 out of 31 orthopedic surgeons in Rhode Island.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Nacca perform?
Dr. Nacca's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Nacca with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Nacca ranks #7 in Rhode Island for shoulder replacement with 11 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 31 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Nacca in Providence?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Providence 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 Rhode Island surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Nacca 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. Nacca's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nacca affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Nacca is affiliated with Sturdy Memorial Hospital. Dr. Nacca maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Nacca compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Providence?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Providence, Dr. Nacca ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Providence has 111 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Nacca practices?
Sturdy Memorial Hospital (3 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 Providence, Rhode Island
Dr. Nacca's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Providence average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Providence.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Cohen | 111 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Roald Llado | 83 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Green | 43 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Edward Paxton | 29 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Peter Pizzarello | 27 | Knee |
| Dr. Robert Shalvoy | 14 | Knee |
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