Dr. Eric Lepkowsky, MD
Contact & Location
Syosset, NY 11791
Dr. Eric Lepkowsky is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Syosset, New York. Dr. Lepkowsky has performed 26 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#157 in New York) and 20 hip replacements, for a combined total of 46 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Lepkowsky performs below average in knee (26 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Lepkowsky's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (26 cases) and hip replacements (20 cases).
Dr. Lepkowsky is the only orthopedic surgeon in Syosset represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Lepkowsky first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Lepkowsky's 26 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. Lepkowsky Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Lepkowsky
How does Dr. Lepkowsky's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Lepkowsky has performed 46 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. Lepkowsky ranks #162 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Lepkowsky perform?
Dr. Lepkowsky's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases) and hip replacement (20 cases).
Where is Dr. Lepkowsky's practice located?
Dr. Lepkowsky practices in Syosset, New York. The office is located at 115 Eileen Way, Syosset, NY 11791. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Lepkowsky for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Lepkowsky 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. Lepkowsky's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 46 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Lepkowsky perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Lepkowsky's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (26 cases), hip replacement (20 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lepkowsky affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Lepkowsky is affiliated with St Joseph Hospital, Nassau University Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Lepkowsky practices?
St Joseph Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Nassau University Medical Center (1 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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