Dr. Faruk Abuzzahab is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wausau, Wisconsin. In 2023, Dr. Abuzzahab performed 33 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in Wisconsin) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 47 procedures.
Dr. Abuzzahab's 47 Medicare procedures are near the Wisconsin median of 41. The state has 185 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Abuzzahab's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (33 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Wausau is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wausau area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases (2023)
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.
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Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Abuzzahab
How does Dr. Abuzzahab's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
In 2023, Dr. Abuzzahab performed 47 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Wisconsin average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Abuzzahab ranks #77 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Abuzzahab perform?
Dr. Abuzzahab's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (33 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Abuzzahab in Wausau?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Wausau 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 Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Abuzzahab represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data for 2023, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Abuzzahab's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 47 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wausau, Wisconsin
Compare Dr. Abuzzahab's volume with other surgeons practicing in Wausau.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Thiel | 80 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Keele | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Russell | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Casey Lagan | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Martin | 27 | Knee |
| Dr. James Sutherland | 19 | Hip |
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