Dr. Eugene Byrne, MD
Contact & Location
Lake Placid, NY 12946
Dr. Eugene Byrne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Placid, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Byrne has performed 27 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #153 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Byrne performs below average in knee (27 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Byrne's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 27 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Lake Placid is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lake Placid area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Byrne extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 27 in the most recent data, a 80% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Byrne's 27 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. Byrne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Byrne's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 80% from 15 procedures in 2013 to 27 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. Byrne
How does Dr. Byrne's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Byrne has performed 27 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. Byrne ranks #239 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Byrne perform?
Dr. Byrne's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 27 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Byrne in Lake Placid?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Placid 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. Byrne 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. Byrne's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 27 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Byrne's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Byrne's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2013 to 27 in the most recent data, a 80% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 27 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Byrne affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Byrne is affiliated with Adirondack Medical Center - Saranac Lake, Elizabethtown Community Hospital, The University Of Vermont Health Network - Champl, The University Of Vermont Health Network-Alice Hy.
How does Dr. Byrne compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lake Placid?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Placid, Dr. Byrne ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Lake Placid has 117 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Byrne practices?
Adirondack Medical Center - Saranac Lake (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); The University Of Vermont Health Network - Champl (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 Lake Placid, New York
Dr. Byrne's 27 Medicare procedures are below the Lake Placid average of 64. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lake Placid.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bartlomiej Szczech | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Smith | 70 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Daniel Bullock | 40 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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