Dr. Joseph Munn, M.D.
Contact & Location
Bohemia, NY 11716
Dr. Joseph Munn is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bohemia, New York. A Medicare provider since 2015, Dr. Munn has performed 48 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#83 in New York) and 30 hip replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Munn performs near average in knee (48 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (30 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Munn's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (48 cases) and hip replacements (30 cases).
Dr. Munn is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bohemia represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Munn extend back to 2021, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 21 to 78 in the most recent data, a 271% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Munn's 48 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Munn Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Munn's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 271% from 21 procedures in 2021 to 78 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. Munn
How does Dr. Munn's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Munn has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Munn ranks #98 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Munn perform?
Dr. Munn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (30 cases).
Where is Dr. Munn's practice located?
Dr. Munn practices in Bohemia, New York. The office is located at 3480 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Bohemia, NY 11716. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Munn for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Munn 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. Munn's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Munn's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Munn's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 21 procedures in 2021 to 78 in the most recent data, a 271% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 78 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Munn perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Munn's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (30 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Munn affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Munn is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Munn practices?
Long Island Jewish Medical Center (3 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.
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