Dr. Parthiv Rathod, M.D.
Contact & Location
Astoria, NY 11105
Dr. Parthiv Rathod is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Astoria, New York. Dr. Rathod has performed 11 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #263 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Rathod performs below average in knee (11 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Rathod's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 11 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. Rathod is the only orthopedic surgeon in Astoria represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Rathod first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Rathod's 11 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. Rathod Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
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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What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Recovery Timeline: Week-by-Week ExpectationsA detailed week-by-week guide covering pain levels, mobility milestones, physical therapy progression, and when to expect a return to daily activities.
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.
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. Rathod
How does Dr. Rathod's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Rathod has performed 11 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. Rathod ranks #328 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Rathod perform?
Dr. Rathod's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Rathod's practice located?
Dr. Rathod practices in Astoria, New York. The office is located at 2202 Steinway St, Astoria, NY 11105. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Rathod for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Rathod 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. Rathod's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Rathod affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Rathod is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospitals, Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Rathod practices?
Nyu Langone Hospitals (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center (1 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Patient Resources & Verification
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