Dr. Casey O'connor, MD
Contact & Location
Albany, NY 12206
Dr. Casey O'connor is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Albany, New York. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. O'connor has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#166 in New York) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 44 procedures.
In New York, Dr. O'connor performs below average in knee (24 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 42 avg).
Dr. O'connor's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Albany is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Albany area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. O'connor's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2022. Volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2023 before settling at 44 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. O'connor's 24 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. O'connor Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. O'connor's recorded volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2023 and stood at 44 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. O'connor
How does Dr. O'connor's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. O'connor has performed 44 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. O'connor ranks #172 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. O'connor perform?
Dr. O'connor's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. O'connor in Albany?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Albany 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. O'connor 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. O'connor's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 44 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. O'connor's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. O'connor's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 86 procedures in 2023 and was 44 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. O'connor perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. O'connor's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. O'connor affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. O'connor is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, Samaritan Hospital.
How does Dr. O'connor compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Albany?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Albany, Dr. O'connor ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Albany has 191 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. O'connor practices?
Albany Medical Center Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Samaritan Hospital (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 Albany, New York
Dr. O'connor's 44 Medicare procedures are below the Albany average of 122. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Albany.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jared Roberts | 191 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frederick Fletcher | 153 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frank Congiusta | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. J. David Abraham | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert O'leary | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Katz | 89 | Hip, Knee |
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