Dr. Deidre Blake, M.D.
Dr. Deidre Blake is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Ithaca, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Blake has performed 102 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#27 in New York) and 71 hip replacements, for a combined total of 173 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Blake performs well above average in knee (102 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (71 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Blake's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (102 cases) and hip replacements (71 cases).
Ithaca is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Ithaca area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Blake extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 173 in the most recent data, a 981% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Blake's 102 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Blake Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Ithaca, NY 14850
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Blake's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 981% from 16 procedures in 2014 to 173 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. Blake
How does Dr. Blake's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Blake has performed 173 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Blake ranks #31 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Blake perform?
Dr. Blake's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (102 cases) and hip replacement (71 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Blake in Ithaca?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Ithaca 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. Blake 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. Blake's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 173 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Blake's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Blake's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2014 to 173 in the most recent data, a 981% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 191 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Blake perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Blake's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (102 cases), hip replacement (71 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Blake affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Blake is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Blake practices?
Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Ithaca, New York
Dr. Blake's 173 Medicare procedures are above the Ithaca average of 92. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Ithaca.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Corey | 11 | Shoulder |
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