Knee
Dr. George Aguiar, MD
Dr. George Aguiar is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Reston, Virginia. Dr. Aguiar has performed 105 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #26 in Virginia.
In Virginia, Dr. Aguiar performs above average in knee (105 vs 58 avg).
Dr. Aguiar's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 105 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.
Reston is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Reston area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Aguiar extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 105 in the most recent data, a 320% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Aguiar's 105 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Aguiar Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Reston, VA 20190
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Aguiar's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 320% from 25 procedures in 2013 to 105 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. Aguiar
How does Dr. Aguiar's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Aguiar has performed 105 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Virginia average of 83 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Aguiar ranks #66 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Aguiar perform?
Dr. Aguiar's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 105 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Aguiar in Reston?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Reston 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 Virginia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Aguiar 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. Aguiar's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 105 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Aguiar's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Aguiar's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2013 to 105 in the most recent data, a 320% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Aguiar affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Aguiar is affiliated with Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital.
How does Dr. Aguiar compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Reston?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Reston, Dr. Aguiar ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Reston has 175 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Aguiar practices?
Reston Hospital Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Virginia Hospital Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Inova Fair Oaks Hospital (5 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 Reston, Virginia
Dr. Aguiar's 105 Medicare procedures are above the Reston average of 100. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Reston.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Melvin | 175 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Reeves | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Klein | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vignesh Alamanda | 94 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Mook | 44 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Fleeter | 26 | Hip, Knee |
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