Dr. Jace Kusler, MD
Contact & Location
East Providence, RI 02914
Dr. Jace Kusler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in East Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Kusler has performed 20 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#12 in Rhode Island) and 16 knee replacements, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Rhode Island, Dr. Kusler performs below average in hip (20 vs 27 avg), below average in knee (16 vs 35 avg).
Dr. Kusler's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (20 cases) and knee replacements (16 cases).
East Providence is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the East Providence area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Kusler first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Kusler's 20 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. Kusler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Rhode Island state average.
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. Kusler
How does Dr. Kusler's procedure volume compare to other Rhode Island surgeons?
Dr. Kusler has performed 36 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Rhode Island average is 56 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Kusler ranks #20 out of 28 orthopedic surgeons in Rhode Island.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kusler perform?
Dr. Kusler's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Kusler with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Kusler ranks #12 in Rhode Island for hip replacement with 20 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 28 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kusler in East Providence?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in East 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. Kusler 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. Kusler's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Kusler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Kusler's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (20 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kusler affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kusler is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital.
How does Dr. Kusler compare to other orthopedic surgeons in East Providence?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in East Providence, Dr. Kusler ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in East Providence has 88 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kusler practices?
Rhode Island Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); The Miriam 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 East Providence, Rhode Island
Dr. Kusler's 36 Medicare procedures are below the East Providence average of 62. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in East Providence.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Valentin Antoci | 88 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Derek Jenkins | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Walsh | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Froehlich | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Tapscott | 50 | Shoulder |
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