How do I contact Dr. Joel Buchalter?

You can contact Dr. Joel Buchalter at 845-278-8400. The practice is located at 664 Stoneleigh Ave in Carmel, New York.

What procedures does Dr. Joel Buchalter specialize in?

Dr. Joel Buchalter is an orthopedic surgeon in Carmel, New York specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including hip replacement, knee replacement, shoulder replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Joel Buchalter performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Joel Buchalter has performed 215 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Joel Buchalter's ranking in New York?

Dr. Joel Buchalter is ranked #15 overall in New York for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Joel Buchalter accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Joel Buchalter is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 845-278-8400. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Joel Buchalter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Joel Buchalter is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Carmel, New York. In 2023, Dr. Buchalter completed 113 knee replacements (#20 in New York), 89 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements — 215 total Medicare-verified procedures. This places Dr. Buchalter among the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in New York.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement

113 verified cases

#20 in New York

Hip Replacement

89 verified cases

#18 in New York

Shoulder Replacement

13 verified cases

#59 in New York

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Buchalter

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (215 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Buchalter, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 845-278-8400

664 Stoneleigh Ave
Carmel, NY 10512

NPI: 1134142714

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 20 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Joel Buchalter, MD

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

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