Dr. Herrick Siegel
Dr. Herrick Siegel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Birmingham, Alabama. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Siegel has performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#42 in Alabama) and 26 hip replacements, for a combined total of 58 procedures.
In Alabama, Dr. Siegel performs near average in knee (32 vs 34 avg), near average in hip (26 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Siegel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (26 cases).
Birmingham is home to 28 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Birmingham area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Siegel's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2014 before settling at 58 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Siegel's 32 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Siegel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alabama state average.
Contact & Location
Birmingham, AL 35233
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Siegel's recorded volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2014 and stood at 58 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Siegel
How does Dr. Siegel's procedure volume compare to other Alabama surgeons?
Dr. Siegel has performed 58 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Alabama average of 47 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Siegel ranks #37 out of 129 orthopedic surgeons in Alabama.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Siegel perform?
Dr. Siegel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (26 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Siegel in Birmingham?
Yes. There are 28 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham 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 Alabama surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Siegel 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. Siegel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 58 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Siegel's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Siegel's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 101 procedures in 2014 and was 58 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Siegel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Siegel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (26 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Siegel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham?
Among the 28 orthopedic surgeons in Birmingham, Dr. Siegel ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Birmingham has 143 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Birmingham, Alabama
Dr. Siegel's 58 Medicare procedures are below the Birmingham average of 84. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Birmingham.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kenneth Moore | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Worthen | 95 | Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Davis | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Adkison | 81 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Billy McGough | 64 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Benton Emblom | 61 | Hip, Knee |
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