Dr. Dionisio Ortiz, MD
Contact & Location
Fort Drum, NY 13602
Dr. Dionisio Ortiz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Drum, New York. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Ortiz has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#110 in New York) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 52 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Ortiz performs below average in knee (34 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Ortiz's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Dr. Ortiz is the only orthopedic surgeon in Fort Drum represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Ortiz extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 18 to 52 in the most recent data, a 189% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Ortiz's 34 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. Ortiz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ortiz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 189% from 18 procedures in 2022 to 52 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. Ortiz
How does Dr. Ortiz's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Ortiz has performed 52 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. Ortiz ranks #144 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ortiz perform?
Dr. Ortiz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Where is Dr. Ortiz's practice located?
Dr. Ortiz practices in Fort Drum, New York. The office is located at 11050 Mt Belvedere Blvd, Fort Drum, NY 13602. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Ortiz for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ortiz 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. Ortiz's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 52 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ortiz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ortiz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2022 to 52 in the most recent data, a 189% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Ortiz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ortiz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ortiz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ortiz is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital, St Peter'S Hospital, Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ortiz practices?
Albany Medical Center Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Peter'S Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
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