Dr. Nigel Azer, MD
Dr. Nigel Azer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Arlington, Virginia. Dr. Azer has performed 103 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#27 in Virginia) and 39 hip replacements, for a combined total of 142 procedures.
In Virginia, Dr. Azer performs above average in knee (103 vs 58 avg), near average in hip (39 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Azer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (103 cases) and hip replacements (39 cases).
Arlington is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Arlington area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Azer extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 142 in the most recent data, a 306% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Azer's 103 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. Azer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Virginia state average.
Contact & Location
Arlington, VA 22206
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Azer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 306% from 35 procedures in 2013 to 142 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. Azer
How does Dr. Azer's procedure volume compare to other Virginia surgeons?
Dr. Azer has performed 142 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Virginia average of 83 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Azer ranks #38 out of 223 orthopedic surgeons in Virginia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Azer perform?
Dr. Azer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases) and hip replacement (39 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Azer in Arlington?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington 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. Azer 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. Azer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 142 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Azer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Azer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2013 to 142 in the most recent data, a 306% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 144 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Azer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Azer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (103 cases), hip replacement (39 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Azer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Azer is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital.
How does Dr. Azer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Arlington?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Arlington, Dr. Azer ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Arlington has 291 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Azer practices?
Inova Alexandria Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Inova Mount Vernon 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 Arlington, Virginia
Dr. Azer's 142 Medicare procedures are below the Arlington average of 170. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Arlington.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Blake Peterson | 291 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Romness | 203 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Sershon | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Gerscovich | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. C Engh | 119 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Petersen | 104 | Hip, Knee |
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