Dr. Lance MacEy, MD
Contact & Location
Nashua, NH 03062
Dr. Lance MacEy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Nashua, New Hampshire. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. MacEy has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#33 in New Hampshire) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In New Hampshire, Dr. MacEy performs below average in knee (22 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 40 avg).
Dr. MacEy's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Nashua is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Nashua area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. MacEy's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 54 procedures in 2013 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. MacEy's 22 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. MacEy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. MacEy's recorded volume peaked at 54 procedures in 2013 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. MacEy
How does Dr. MacEy's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. MacEy has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Hampshire average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. MacEy ranks #36 out of 56 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. MacEy perform?
Dr. MacEy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. MacEy in Nashua?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Nashua 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 New Hampshire surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. MacEy 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. MacEy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. MacEy's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. MacEy's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 54 procedures in 2013 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. MacEy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. MacEy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. MacEy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. MacEy is affiliated with Elliot Hospital, Cottage Hospital, Southern Nh Medical Center, St Joseph Hospital, Catholic Medical Center.
How does Dr. MacEy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Nashua?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Nashua, Dr. MacEy ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Nashua has 99 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. MacEy practices?
Elliot Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Cottage Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Southern Nh Medical Center (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 Nashua, New Hampshire
Dr. MacEy's 39 Medicare procedures are below the Nashua average of 69. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Nashua.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Wilson | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kathleen Hogan | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andrew Garber | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Sean Frost | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Albert Tom | 58 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Anand Padmanabha | 35 | Hip, Knee |
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