Dr. Christopher Gorczynski, M.D.
Dr. Christopher Gorczynski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hudson, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Gorczynski has completed 34 knee replacements (#117 in New York), 18 hip replacements, and 15 shoulder replacements, totaling 67 Medicare-verified procedures.
In New York, Dr. Gorczynski performs below average in knee (34 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 42 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Gorczynski performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (34 cases), followed by hip replacements (18) and shoulder replacements (15).
Dr. Gorczynski is the only orthopedic surgeon in Hudson represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Gorczynski extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 67 in the most recent data, a 109% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Gorczynski's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Gorczynski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Hudson, NY 12534
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gorczynski's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 109% from 32 procedures in 2013 to 67 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gorczynski
How does Dr. Gorczynski's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Gorczynski has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gorczynski ranks #112 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gorczynski perform?
Dr. Gorczynski performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (18 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Where is Dr. Gorczynski's practice located?
Dr. Gorczynski practices in Hudson, New York. The office is located at 23 Fish And Game Rd, Hudson, NY 12534. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Gorczynski for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gorczynski 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. Gorczynski's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gorczynski's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gorczynski's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2013 to 67 in the most recent data, a 109% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 83 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Gorczynski perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gorczynski's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (18 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Gorczynski among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gorczynski affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gorczynski is affiliated with Columbia Memorial Hospital, Northern Dutchess Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gorczynski practices?
Columbia Memorial Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northern Dutchess 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.
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