Dr. Michael Alexiades, M.D.
Dr. Michael Alexiades is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Alexiades has performed 23 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#130 in New York) and 16 knee replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Alexiades performs below average in hip (23 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (16 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Alexiades's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (23 cases) and knee replacements (16 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. Alexiades's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 131 procedures in 2013 before settling at 39 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Alexiades's 23 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Alexiades Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10021
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Alexiades's recorded volume peaked at 131 procedures in 2013 and stood at 39 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Alexiades
How does Dr. Alexiades's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Alexiades has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Alexiades ranks #187 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Alexiades perform?
Dr. Alexiades's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Alexiades 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. Alexiades 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. Alexiades's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Alexiades's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Alexiades's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 131 procedures in 2013 and was 39 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. Alexiades perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Alexiades's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Alexiades compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Alexiades ranks #55 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New York has 320 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New York, New York
Dr. Alexiades's 39 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 222. 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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