Dr. Sam Sydney, M.D.
Contact & Location
Catonsville, MD 21228
Dr. Sam Sydney is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Catonsville, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Sydney has completed 114 knee replacements (#12 in Maryland), 63 hip replacements, and 13 shoulder replacements, totaling 190 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Sydney performs well above average in knee (114 vs 49 avg), above average in hip (63 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Sydney performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (114 cases), followed by hip replacements (63) and shoulder replacements (13).
Catonsville is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Catonsville area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sydney extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 139 to 190 in the most recent data, a 37% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sydney's 114 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Sydney Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sydney's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 37% from 139 procedures in 2013 to 190 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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sydney
How does Dr. Sydney's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Sydney has performed 190 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sydney ranks #13 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sydney perform?
Dr. Sydney performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (114 cases), hip replacement (63 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Sydney with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Sydney ranks #12 in Maryland for knee replacement with 114 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 166 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sydney in Catonsville?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Catonsville 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 Maryland surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sydney 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. Sydney's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 190 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sydney's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sydney's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 139 procedures in 2013 to 190 in the most recent data, a 37% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 190 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Sydney perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sydney's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (114 cases), hip replacement (63 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Sydney among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sydney affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sydney is affiliated with Saint Agnes Hospital.
How does Dr. Sydney compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Catonsville?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Catonsville, Dr. Sydney ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sydney has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sydney practices?
Saint Agnes 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 Catonsville, Maryland
Dr. Sydney's 190 Medicare procedures are above the Catonsville average of 87. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Catonsville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Ke Xie | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Silverstein | 95 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Morris Polsky | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Serino | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Wallace | 28 | Knee |
| Dr. Scott Adams | 22 | Knee |
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