Knee
Dr. Giles Scuderi, M.D.
Dr. Giles Scuderi is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Scuderi has performed 109 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #24 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Scuderi performs well above average in knee (109 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Scuderi's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 109 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. Scuderi extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 42 to 109 in the most recent data, a 160% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Scuderi's 109 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Scuderi 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. Scuderi's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 160% from 42 procedures in 2013 to 109 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. Scuderi
How does Dr. Scuderi's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Scuderi has performed 109 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Scuderi ranks #67 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Scuderi perform?
Dr. Scuderi's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 109 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Scuderi 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. Scuderi 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. Scuderi's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 109 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Scuderi's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Scuderi's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 42 procedures in 2013 to 109 in the most recent data, a 160% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 133 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Scuderi affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Scuderi is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital.
How does Dr. Scuderi compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Scuderi ranks #28 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. Scuderi practices?
Long Island Jewish Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); North Shore University Hospital (4 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. Scuderi's 109 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 232. 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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