Dr. Alexander Finger, M.D.
Contact & Location
E Patchogue, NY 11772
Dr. Alexander Finger is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in E Patchogue, New York. Dr. Finger has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #257 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Finger performs below average in knee (12 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Finger's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Finger is the only orthopedic surgeon in E Patchogue represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Finger first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Finger's 12 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. Finger Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
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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Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Joint ReplacementA practical checklist of questions covering experience, technique, hospital choice, and recovery expectations to discuss during your surgical consultation.
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Finger
How does Dr. Finger's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Finger has performed 12 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Finger ranks #319 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Finger perform?
Dr. Finger's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Finger's practice located?
Dr. Finger practices in E Patchogue, New York. The office is located at 285 Sills Rd Bldg 18, E Patchogue, NY 11772. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Finger for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Finger 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. Finger's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Finger affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Finger is affiliated with Long Island Community Hospital, St Charles Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Finger practices?
Long Island Community Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Charles Hospital (4 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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