Dr. Joseph Zuckerman, M.D.
Dr. Joseph Zuckerman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Zuckerman has performed 59 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements (#9 in New York) and 43 knee replacements, for a combined total of 102 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Zuckerman performs well above average in shoulder (59 vs 28 avg), near average in knee (43 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Zuckerman's reported Medicare volume is split between shoulder replacements (59 cases) and knee replacements (43 cases).
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.
Dr. Zuckerman's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 165 procedures in 2019 before settling at 102 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Zuckerman's 59 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 28, ranking #181 nationally.
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. Zuckerman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10016
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Zuckerman's recorded volume peaked at 165 procedures in 2019 and stood at 102 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Zuckerman
How does Dr. Zuckerman's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Zuckerman has performed 102 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Zuckerman ranks #73 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Zuckerman perform?
Dr. Zuckerman's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (59 cases) and knee replacement (43 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Zuckerman with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Zuckerman ranks #9 in New York for shoulder replacement with 59 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 338 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Zuckerman 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. Zuckerman 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. Zuckerman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 102 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Zuckerman's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Zuckerman's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 165 procedures in 2019 and was 102 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Zuckerman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Zuckerman's Medicare data shows procedures in shoulder replacement (59 cases), knee replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Zuckerman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Zuckerman is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals.
How does Dr. Zuckerman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Zuckerman ranks #29 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. Zuckerman practices?
Nyu Langone Hospitals (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than 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. Zuckerman's 102 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 231. 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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