Dr. Benjamin Snyder, M.D.
Contact & Location
Duxbury, MA 02332
Dr. Benjamin Snyder is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Duxbury, Massachusetts. Dr. Snyder has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#104 in Massachusetts) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Snyder performs below average in knee (27 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Snyder's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (27 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Dr. Snyder is the only orthopedic surgeon in Duxbury represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Snyder's Medicare data spans 5 years, beginning in 2018. Volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2022 before settling at 39 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Snyder's 27 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Snyder Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Snyder's recorded volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2022 and stood at 39 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Snyder
How does Dr. Snyder's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Snyder has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Massachusetts average is 74 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Snyder ranks #122 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Snyder perform?
Dr. Snyder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Where is Dr. Snyder's practice located?
Dr. Snyder practices in Duxbury, Massachusetts. The office is located at 95 Tremont St Ste 1, Duxbury, MA 02332. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Snyder for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Snyder 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. Snyder's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Snyder's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Snyder's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 73 procedures in 2022 and was 39 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. Snyder perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Snyder's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (27 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Snyder affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Snyder is affiliated with Mercy Medical Ctr.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Snyder practices?
Mercy Medical Ctr (2 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.
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