Knee
Dr. Eugene Krauss, MD
Dr. Eugene Krauss is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Great Neck, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Krauss has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #183 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Krauss performs below average in knee (21 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Krauss's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 21 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.
Great Neck is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Great Neck area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Krauss's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 309 procedures in 2013 before settling at 21 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Krauss's 21 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Krauss Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Great Neck, NY 11021
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Krauss's recorded volume peaked at 309 procedures in 2013 and stood at 21 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Krauss
How does Dr. Krauss's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Krauss has performed 21 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. Krauss ranks #248 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Krauss perform?
Dr. Krauss's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Krauss in Great Neck?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck 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. Krauss 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. Krauss's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 21 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Krauss's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Krauss's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 309 procedures in 2013 and was 21 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.
How does Dr. Krauss compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck, Dr. Krauss ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Great Neck has 223 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Great Neck, New York
Dr. Krauss's 21 Medicare procedures are below the Great Neck average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Great Neck.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Danoff | 223 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bruce Seideman | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Cassidy | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Marwin | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stanley Asnis | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Enker | 60 | Hip, Knee |
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