Dr. Ayal Segal, MD
Contact & Location
Glen Cove, NY 11542
Dr. Ayal Segal is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glen Cove, New York. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Segal has performed 171 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#8 in New York) and 122 hip replacements, for a combined total of 293 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Segal performs well above average in knee (171 vs 47 avg), well above average in hip (122 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Segal's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (171 cases) and hip replacements (122 cases).
Dr. Segal is the only orthopedic surgeon in Glen Cove represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Segal's Medicare record spans 12 years from 2013 through 2024. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 161 to 303 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Segal's 171 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #109 nationally.
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. Segal Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Segal's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 161 to 303 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. Segal
How does Dr. Segal's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Segal has performed 293 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 4x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Segal ranks #8 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Segal perform?
Dr. Segal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (171 cases) and hip replacement (122 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Segal with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Segal ranks #8 in New York for knee replacement with 171 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 334 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Where is Dr. Segal's practice located?
Dr. Segal practices in Glen Cove, New York. The office is located at 101 St. Andrews Lane, Glen Cove, NY 11542. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Segal for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Segal 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. Segal's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 293 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Segal's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Segal's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 161 to 303 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Segal perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Segal's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (171 cases), hip replacement (122 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Segal affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Segal is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital, Plainview Hospital, South Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Segal practices?
North Shore University Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Plainview Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); South Shore University Hospital (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.
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