Dr. Jeffrey Siegel, M.D.
Dr. Jeffrey Siegel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Morristown, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Siegel has performed 13 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#131 in New Jersey) and 13 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 26 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Siegel performs below average in knee (13 vs 53 avg), below average in shoulder (13 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Siegel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (13 cases) and shoulder replacements (13 cases).
Morristown is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Morristown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Siegel extend back to 2015, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 26 in the most recent data, a 100% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Siegel's 13 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 New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Morristown, NJ 07960
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Siegel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 100% from 13 procedures in 2015 to 26 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Siegel
How does Dr. Siegel's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Siegel has performed 26 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Siegel ranks #124 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Siegel perform?
Dr. Siegel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (13 cases) and shoulder replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Siegel in Morristown?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Morristown 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 Jersey 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 26 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Siegel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Siegel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2015 to 26 in the most recent data, a 100% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 26 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Siegel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Siegel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (13 cases), shoulder replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Siegel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Siegel is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center, St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc.
How does Dr. Siegel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Morristown?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Morristown, Dr. Siegel ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Morristown has 337 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Siegel practices?
Morristown Medical Center (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S University Medical Center Inc (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 Morristown, New Jersey
Dr. Siegel's 26 Medicare procedures are below the Morristown average of 109. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Morristown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Goldman | 337 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Paul Lombardi | 278 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Kanellakos | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Montgomery | 14 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Andrew Willis | 13 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Berton Taffet | 11 | Knee |
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