Dr. George Silver, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. George Silver is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Saratoga Springs, New York. In 2023, Dr. Silver performed 31 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#20 in New York) and 21 knee replacements (#180 in New York), for a combined total of 52 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
31 verified cases
#20 in New York
Knee Replacement
21 verified cases
#180 in New York

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Silver

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (52 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Silver, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 518-489-2663
5 Care Ln
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
NPI: 1730129123
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 20 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
ðŸĨ Licensed surgical specialist
ðŸĶī Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
âš― Sports medicine specialist
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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.