Dr. Kevin Cassidy, M.D.
Contact & Location
Great Neck, NY 11021
Dr. Kevin Cassidy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Great Neck, New York. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Cassidy has performed 116 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#23 in New York) and 68 hip replacements, for a combined total of 184 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Cassidy performs well above average in knee (116 vs 47 avg), above average in hip (68 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Cassidy's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (116 cases) and hip replacements (68 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. Cassidy extend back to 2015, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 184 in the most recent data, a 475% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Cassidy's 116 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Cassidy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cassidy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 475% from 32 procedures in 2015 to 184 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. Cassidy
How does Dr. Cassidy's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Cassidy has performed 184 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Cassidy ranks #25 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cassidy perform?
Dr. Cassidy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases) and hip replacement (68 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Cassidy 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. Cassidy 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. Cassidy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 184 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cassidy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Cassidy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2015 to 184 in the most recent data, a 475% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 184 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Cassidy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cassidy's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (116 cases), hip replacement (68 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cassidy affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cassidy is affiliated with St Francis Hospital, Roslyn, Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
How does Dr. Cassidy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in Great Neck, Dr. Cassidy ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Cassidy is among the highest-volume surgeons in Great Neck.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cassidy practices?
St Francis Hospital, Roslyn (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Great Neck, New York
Dr. Cassidy's 184 Medicare procedures are above 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. Bruce Seideman | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Marwin | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Stanley Asnis | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Enker | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Hamid Mostafavi | 37 | Hip |
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