Dr. David Quinzi, M.D
Dr. David Quinzi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, New York. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Quinzi has performed 72 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#54 in New York) and 39 hip replacements, for a combined total of 111 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Quinzi performs above average in knee (72 vs 45 avg), near average in hip (39 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Quinzi's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (72 cases) and hip replacements (39 cases).
Rochester is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rochester area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Quinzi first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Quinzi's 72 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Quinzi Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Rochester, NY 14642
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Quinzi has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Quinzi
How does Dr. Quinzi's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Quinzi has performed 111 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Quinzi ranks #64 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Quinzi perform?
Dr. Quinzi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases) and hip replacement (39 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Quinzi in Rochester?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester 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. Quinzi 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. Quinzi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 111 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Quinzi perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Quinzi's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (39 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Quinzi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Quinzi is affiliated with Crouse Hospital, St Joseph'S Hospital Health Center, Oswego Hospital, Oneida Health, Auburn Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Quinzi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rochester?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester, Dr. Quinzi ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Quinzi has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Quinzi practices?
Crouse Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Joseph'S Hospital Health Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Oswego 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 Rochester, New York
Dr. Quinzi's 111 Medicare procedures are above the Rochester average of 65. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rochester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Drinkwater | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Louis Okafor | 75 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Ginnetti | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Klotz | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Myers | 37 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rishi Balkissoon | 35 | Hip, Knee |
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