Knee
Dr. Daniel Wnorowski, MD
Dr. Daniel Wnorowski is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Syracuse, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Wnorowski has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #221 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Wnorowski performs below average in knee (16 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Wnorowski's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Syracuse is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Syracuse area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Wnorowski extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 16 in the most recent data, a 45% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Wnorowski's 16 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. Wnorowski Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Syracuse, NY 13214
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wnorowski's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 45% from 11 procedures in 2013 to 16 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wnorowski
How does Dr. Wnorowski's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Wnorowski has performed 16 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Wnorowski ranks #279 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wnorowski perform?
Dr. Wnorowski's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wnorowski in Syracuse?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Syracuse 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. Wnorowski 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. Wnorowski's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Wnorowski's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Wnorowski's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2013 to 16 in the most recent data, a 45% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 23 procedures in 2019.
How does Dr. Wnorowski compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Syracuse?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Syracuse, Dr. Wnorowski ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Syracuse has 156 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Syracuse, New York
Dr. Wnorowski's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Syracuse average of 78. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Syracuse.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Anthony Orio | 156 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Kopko | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Max Greenky | 106 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Clarke | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nathan Everding | 31 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Dichristina | 13 | Knee |
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