Dr. Joshua Steinvurzel, MD
Contact & Location
Great Neck, NY 11021
Dr. Joshua Steinvurzel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Great Neck, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Steinvurzel has performed 25 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#158 in New York) and 12 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 37 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Steinvurzel performs below average in knee (25 vs 47 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Steinvurzel's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (25 cases) and shoulder replacements (12 cases).
Great Neck is home to 14 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. Steinvurzel extend back to 2019, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 37 in the most recent data, a 164% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Steinvurzel's 25 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Steinvurzel Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Steinvurzel's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 164% from 14 procedures in 2019 to 37 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. Steinvurzel
How does Dr. Steinvurzel's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Steinvurzel has performed 37 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Steinvurzel ranks #207 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Steinvurzel perform?
Dr. Steinvurzel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases) and shoulder replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Steinvurzel in Great Neck?
Yes. There are 14 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. Steinvurzel 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. Steinvurzel's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 37 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Steinvurzel's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Steinvurzel's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2019 to 37 in the most recent data, a 164% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 37 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Steinvurzel perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Steinvurzel's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (25 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Steinvurzel affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Steinvurzel is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital, Glen Cove Hospital.
How does Dr. Steinvurzel compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck, Dr. Steinvurzel ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Great Neck has 252 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Steinvurzel 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. Steinvurzel's 37 Medicare procedures are below the Great Neck average of 107. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Great Neck.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Danoff | 252 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Cassidy | 184 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bruce Seideman | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Marwin | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stanley Asnis | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Enker | 42 | Hip, Knee |
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