Dr. Lawrence Wiesner, M.D.
Contact & Location
607-771-2220
Binghamton, NY 13903
Dr. Wiesner performs more knee replacement procedures than 78% of orthopedic surgeons in New York, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #57 of 269 ranked knee surgeons in New York.
About Dr. Wiesner
Practice. Dr. Lawrence Wiesner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Binghamton, New York. The latest annual CMS data records 72 knee replacements and 40 hip replacements, 112 procedures in all. That is #57 in New York for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume peaked at 197 in 2013 and stands at 112 now. Reporting changes and payer mix can both move that number.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 72 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Binghamton has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 80 | 117 |
| 2014 | 62 | 110 |
| 2015 | 77 | 112 |
| 2016 | 93 | 90 |
| 2017 | 80 | 106 |
| 2018 | 76 | 93 |
| 2019 | 81 | 109 |
| 2020 | 74 | 87 |
| 2021 | 53 | 59 |
| 2022 | 60 | 77 |
| 2023 | 55 | 87 |
| 2024 | 40 | 72 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Wiesner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Wiesner's recorded volume peaked at 197 procedures in 2013 and stood at 112 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Wiesner
How does Dr. Wiesner's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Wiesner has performed 112 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Wiesner ranks #62 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Wiesner perform?
Dr. Wiesner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases) and hip replacement (40 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Wiesner in Binghamton?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Binghamton 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. Wiesner represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Wiesner's total volume across all insurers at roughly 380 to 470 procedures against the 112 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Wiesner's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Wiesner's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 197 procedures in 2013 and was 112 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. Wiesner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Wiesner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (72 cases), hip replacement (40 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wiesner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Wiesner is affiliated with United Health Services Hospitals, Inc, Delaware Valley Hospital, Inc, O'Connor Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Wiesner practices?
United Health Services Hospitals, Inc (2 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 Binghamton, New York
Dr. Wiesner's 112 Medicare procedures are above the Binghamton average of 86. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Binghamton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Seybold | 60 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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