Dr. Michael Knudsen, MD
Contact & Location
212-305-5976
Bronxville, NY 10708
About Dr. Knudsen
Dr. Michael Knudsen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bronxville, New York. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Knudsen performed 22 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, ranking #35 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Knudsen performs below the state average in shoulder (22 vs 29).
Dr. Knudsen's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 22 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Knudsen is the only orthopedic surgeon in Bronxville represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Knudsen extend back to 2019, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 22 in the most recent data, a 69% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Knudsen's 22 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 22 |
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. Knudsen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Knudsen's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 69% from 13 procedures in 2019 to 22 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Shoulder Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Knudsen
How does Dr. Knudsen's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Knudsen has performed 22 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. Knudsen ranks #260 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Knudsen perform?
Dr. Knudsen's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 22 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Knudsen's practice located?
Dr. Knudsen practices in Bronxville, New York. The office is located at 1 Pondfield Rd Ste 1, Bronxville, NY 10708. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Knudsen for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Knudsen 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. Knudsen's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 22 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Knudsen's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Knudsen's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2019 to 22 in the most recent data, a 69% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 23 procedures in 2023.
Which hospitals is Dr. Knudsen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Knudsen is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Knudsen practices?
New York-Presbyterian Hospital (5 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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