Dr. Andrew Wickline, MD
Contact & Location
315-735-4496
New Hartford, NY 13413
Dr. Wickline performs more knee replacement procedures than 94% of orthopedic surgeons in New York, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #14 of 269 ranked knee surgeons in New York.
About Dr. Wickline
Dr. Andrew Wickline is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New Hartford, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Wickline performed 137 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#14 in New York) and 74 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 211 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Wickline performs well above the state average in knee (137 vs 47), above the state average in hip (74 vs 42).
Dr. Wickline's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (137 cases) and hip replacements (74 cases).
New Hartford is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New Hartford area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Wickline's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 196 to 281 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Wickline's 137 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 89 | 152 |
| 2014 | 87 | 133 |
| 2015 | 98 | 112 |
| 2016 | 112 | 169 |
| 2017 | 101 | 158 |
| 2018 | 115 | 159 |
| 2019 | 117 | 160 |
| 2020 | 81 | 137 |
| 2021 | 89 | 137 |
| 2022 | 103 | 127 |
| 2023 | 69 | 127 |
| 2024 | 74 | 137 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Wickline Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wickline's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 196 to 281 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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. Wickline
How does Dr. Wickline's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Wickline has performed 211 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wickline ranks #18 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wickline perform?
Dr. Wickline's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (137 cases) and hip replacement (74 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Wickline with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Wickline ranks #14 in New York for knee replacement with 137 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 334 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wickline in New Hartford?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in New Hartford 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. Wickline represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Wickline's total volume across all insurers at roughly 710 to 890 procedures against the 211 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Wickline's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wickline's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 196 to 281 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Wickline perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wickline's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (137 cases), hip replacement (74 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wickline affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wickline is affiliated with Wynn Hospital, Lewis County General Hospital, Oneida Health, Samaritan Medical Center, Aurelia Osborn Fox Memorial Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wickline practices?
Wynn Hospital (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Oneida Health (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New Hartford, New York
Dr. Wickline's 211 Medicare procedures are above the New Hartford average of 112. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New Hartford.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Dennison | 12 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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