Dr. Alan Dayan, M.D.
Dr. Alan Dayan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Brooklyn, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Dayan has performed 32 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#126 in New York) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Dayan performs below average in knee (32 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Dayan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (32 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Brooklyn is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Brooklyn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dayan extend back to 2015, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 17 to 48 in the most recent data, a 182% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Dayan's 32 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. Dayan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Brooklyn, NY 11229
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dayan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 182% from 17 procedures in 2015 to 48 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. Dayan
How does Dr. Dayan's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Dayan has performed 48 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dayan ranks #160 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dayan perform?
Dr. Dayan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dayan in Brooklyn?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Brooklyn 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 York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dayan 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. Dayan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dayan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dayan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 17 procedures in 2015 to 48 in the most recent data, a 182% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 48 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dayan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dayan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dayan affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dayan is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals.
How does Dr. Dayan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Brooklyn?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Brooklyn, Dr. Dayan ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dayan is among the highest-volume surgeons in Brooklyn.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dayan practices?
Nyu Langone Hospitals (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Brooklyn, New York
Dr. Dayan's 48 Medicare procedures are above the Brooklyn average of 43. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Brooklyn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nachum Levin | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Henry Tischler | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Vladimir Tress | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Yohe | 24 | Knee |
| Dr. Victor Sasson | 12 | Knee |
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