Dr. Douglas Fauser, MD
Dr. Douglas Fauser is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Carmel, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Fauser has performed 49 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#82 in New York) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 65 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Fauser performs near average in knee (49 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Fauser's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 75% of reported Medicare volume.
Carmel is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Carmel area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Fauser's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2017 before settling at 65 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Fauser's 49 verified procedures is near 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. Fauser Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Carmel, NY 10512
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fauser's recorded volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2017 and stood at 65 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Fauser
How does Dr. Fauser's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Fauser has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Fauser ranks #115 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fauser perform?
Dr. Fauser's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fauser in Carmel?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Carmel 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. Fauser 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. Fauser's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 65 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Fauser's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Fauser's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 100 procedures in 2017 and was 65 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Fauser perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fauser's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (49 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fauser affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fauser is affiliated with Putnam Hospital Center.
How does Dr. Fauser compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Carmel?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Carmel, Dr. Fauser ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Fauser is among the highest-volume surgeons in Carmel.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fauser practices?
Putnam Hospital Center (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 Carmel, New York
Dr. Fauser's 65 Medicare procedures are below the Carmel average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Carmel.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joel Buchalter | 215 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Smith | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stuart Styles | 27 | Knee |
| Dr. Victor Khabie | 22 | Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Howard | 19 | Shoulder |
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