Knee
Dr. Jay Simoncic, MD
Dr. Jay Simoncic is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Great Neck, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Simoncic has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #199 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Simoncic performs below average in knee (18 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Simoncic's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 18 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Simoncic extend back to 2018, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 18 in the most recent data, a 64% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Simoncic's 18 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. Simoncic Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Great Neck, NY 11201
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Simoncic's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 64% from 11 procedures in 2018 to 18 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. Simoncic
How does Dr. Simoncic's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Simoncic has performed 18 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. Simoncic ranks #265 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Simoncic perform?
Dr. Simoncic's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 18 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Simoncic 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. Simoncic 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. Simoncic's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 18 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Simoncic's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Simoncic's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2018 to 18 in the most recent data, a 64% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 18 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Simoncic affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Simoncic is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital, Glen Cove Hospital.
How does Dr. Simoncic compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck, Dr. Simoncic ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Great Neck has 223 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Simoncic practices?
North Shore University Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Glen Cove Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Great Neck, New York
Dr. Simoncic's 18 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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