Knee
Dr. Fred Cushner, MD
Dr. Fred Cushner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Cushner has performed 147 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #7 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Cushner performs well above average in knee (147 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Cushner's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 147 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.
New York is home to 84 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New York area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Cushner extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 53 to 147 in the most recent data, a 177% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cushner's 147 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 45, ranking #173 nationally.
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. Cushner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10021
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cushner's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 177% from 53 procedures in 2013 to 147 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. Cushner
How does Dr. Cushner's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Cushner has performed 147 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cushner ranks #40 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cushner perform?
Dr. Cushner's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 147 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Cushner with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Cushner ranks #7 in New York for knee replacement with 147 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 338 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cushner in New York?
Yes. There are 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York 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. Cushner 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. Cushner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 147 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cushner's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cushner's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 53 procedures in 2013 to 147 in the most recent data, a 177% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 147 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cushner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cushner is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery.
How does Dr. Cushner compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Cushner ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New York has 320 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cushner practices?
Hospital For Special Surgery (5 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 New York, New York
Dr. Cushner's 147 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 238. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Amar Ranawat | 320 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Chalmers | 255 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Blevins | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander McLawhorn | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alberto Carli | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Austin | 231 | Hip, Knee |
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