Dr. Daniel Bullock, MD
Contact & Location
Lake Placid, NY 12946
Dr. Daniel Bullock is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Placid, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Bullock has performed 28 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#141 in New York) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Bullock performs below average in knee (28 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Bullock's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (28 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Lake Placid is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lake Placid area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bullock extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 40 in the most recent data, a 186% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Bullock's 28 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. Bullock Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bullock's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 186% from 14 procedures in 2014 to 40 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. Bullock
How does Dr. Bullock's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Bullock has performed 40 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. Bullock ranks #193 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bullock perform?
Dr. Bullock's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bullock in Lake Placid?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Placid 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. Bullock 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. Bullock's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bullock's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bullock's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2014 to 40 in the most recent data, a 186% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bullock perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bullock's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (28 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bullock affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bullock is affiliated with Adirondack Medical Center - Saranac Lake, Canton-Potsdam Hospital, The University Of Vermont Health Network-Alice Hy, The University Of Vermont Health Network - Champl, Elizabethtown Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Bullock compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lake Placid?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Placid, Dr. Bullock ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bullock is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lake Placid.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bullock practices?
Adirondack Medical Center - Saranac Lake (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Canton-Potsdam Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); The University Of Vermont Health Network-Alice Hy (1 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 Lake Placid, New York
Dr. Bullock's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Lake Placid average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lake Placid.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bartlomiej Szczech | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Smith | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Eugene Byrne | 27 | Knee |
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