Dr. Emil Azer, MD
Dr. Emil Azer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in East Syracuse, New York. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Azer has performed 25 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#122 in New York) and 19 knee replacements, for a combined total of 44 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Azer performs below average in hip (25 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (19 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Azer's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (25 cases) and knee replacements (19 cases).
East Syracuse is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the East Syracuse area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Azer extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 29 to 44 in the most recent data, a 52% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Azer's 25 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Azer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Azer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 52% from 29 procedures in 2014 to 44 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. Azer
How does Dr. Azer's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Azer has performed 44 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. Azer ranks #169 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Azer perform?
Dr. Azer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases) and knee replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Azer in East Syracuse?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in East 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. Azer 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. Azer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 44 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Azer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Azer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 29 procedures in 2014 to 44 in the most recent data, a 52% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 54 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Azer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Azer's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (25 cases), knee replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Azer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Azer is affiliated with University Hospital S U N Y Health Science Center.
How does Dr. Azer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in East Syracuse?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in East Syracuse, Dr. Azer ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in East Syracuse has 147 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Azer practices?
University Hospital S U N Y Health Science Center (2 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in East Syracuse, New York
Dr. Azer's 44 Medicare procedures are below the East Syracuse average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in East Syracuse.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Sherman | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Setter | 65 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Timothy Damron | 63 | Hip, Knee |
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