Dr. Craig Capeci is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. Dr. Capeci has completed 36 hip replacements (#88 in New York), 20 knee replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements — totaling 68 Medicare-verified procedures.
Dr. Capeci's 68 Medicare procedures are near the New York median of 44. The state has 338 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Medicare fee-for-service data captures roughly 33–37% of all joint replacements, so total surgical volume is likely higher.
Dr. Capeci performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (36 cases), followed by knee replacements (20) and shoulder replacements (12).
New York is home to 84 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New York area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
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.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Capeci
How does Dr. Capeci's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Capeci has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Capeci ranks #109 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Capeci perform?
Dr. Capeci performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (36 cases), knee replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Capeci in New York?
Yes. There are 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York 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. Capeci 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. Capeci's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 68 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New York, New York
Compare Dr. Capeci's volume with other surgeons practicing in New York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Amar Ranawat | 320 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Chalmers | 255 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Blevins | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander McLawhorn | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alberto Carli | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Austin | 231 | Hip, Knee |
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