Dr. Brian McGinley, M.D.
Contact & Location
631-474-0008
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Dr. McGinley 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: #15 of 269 ranked knee surgeons in New York.
About Dr. McGinley
Practice. Dr. Brian McGinley is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Port Jefferson, New York. The latest annual CMS data records 129 knee replacements and 46 hip replacements, 175 procedures in all. That is #15 in New York for knee replacement.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 128 procedures a year to 175, up 37%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 129 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Local context. Port Jefferson has 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 39 | 89 |
| 2014 | 41 | 68 |
| 2015 | 39 | 105 |
| 2016 | 43 | 106 |
| 2017 | 39 | 104 |
| 2018 | 62 | 106 |
| 2019 | 51 | 122 |
| 2020 | 48 | 77 |
| 2021 | 61 | 116 |
| 2022 | 45 | 118 |
| 2023 | 54 | 130 |
| 2024 | 46 | 129 |
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. McGinley Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. McGinley's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 37% from 128 procedures in 2013 to 175 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. McGinley
How does Dr. McGinley's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. McGinley has performed 175 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. McGinley ranks #29 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. McGinley perform?
Dr. McGinley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases) and hip replacement (46 cases).
How experienced is Dr. McGinley with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. McGinley ranks #15 in New York for knee replacement with 129 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 334 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. McGinley in Port Jefferson?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Port Jefferson 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. McGinley 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. McGinley's total volume across all insurers at roughly 600 to 740 procedures against the 175 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. McGinley's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. McGinley's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 128 procedures in 2013 to 175 in the most recent data, a 37% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 184 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. McGinley perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. McGinley's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (129 cases), hip replacement (46 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. McGinley affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. McGinley is affiliated with John T Mather Memorial Hospital Of Port Jefferson, St Charles Hospital, Stony Brook University Hospital.
How does Dr. McGinley compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Port Jefferson?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Port Jefferson, Dr. McGinley ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. McGinley has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. McGinley practices?
John T Mather Memorial Hospital Of Port Jefferson (5 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); Stony Brook University Hospital (4 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 Port Jefferson, New York
Dr. McGinley's 175 Medicare procedures are above the Port Jefferson average of 90. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Port Jefferson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Fracchia | 84 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Yu | 11 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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