Dr. Frederick Fletcher, M.D.
Contact & Location
518-453-9088
Albany, NY 12205
Dr. Fletcher performs more knee replacement procedures than 83% of orthopedic surgeons in New York, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #45 of 269 ranked knee surgeons in New York.
About Dr. Fletcher
Practice. Dr. Frederick Fletcher is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Albany, New York. The latest annual CMS data records 86 knee replacements and 67 hip replacements, 153 procedures in all. That is #45 in New York for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 125 and 190 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 86 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Albany has 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 63 | 88 |
| 2014 | 40 | 85 |
| 2015 | 67 | 79 |
| 2016 | 69 | 79 |
| 2017 | 90 | 100 |
| 2018 | 77 | 96 |
| 2019 | 77 | 83 |
| 2020 | 76 | 69 |
| 2021 | 57 | 84 |
| 2022 | 95 | 92 |
| 2023 | 88 | 97 |
| 2024 | 67 | 86 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Fletcher Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Fletcher's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 125 to 190 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Fletcher
How does Dr. Fletcher's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Fletcher has performed 153 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Fletcher ranks #41 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Fletcher perform?
Dr. Fletcher's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (86 cases) and hip replacement (67 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Fletcher in Albany?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Albany 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. Fletcher represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Fletcher's total volume across all insurers at roughly 510 to 640 procedures against the 153 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Fletcher's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Fletcher's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 125 to 190 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Fletcher perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Fletcher's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (86 cases), hip replacement (67 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Fletcher affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Fletcher is affiliated with St Peter'S Hospital, Samaritan Hospital, Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center, Adirondack Medical Center - Saranac Lake, Columbia Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Fletcher compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Albany?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Albany, Dr. Fletcher ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Fletcher is among the highest-volume surgeons in Albany.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Fletcher practices?
St Peter'S Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Samaritan Hospital (3 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Albany, New York
Dr. Fletcher's 153 Medicare procedures are above the Albany average of 125. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Albany.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jared Roberts | 191 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frank Congiusta | 143 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. J. David Abraham | 131 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert O'leary | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Richard Katz | 89 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Kryzak | 62 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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