Dr. Peter Sultan, MD
Contact & Location
Riverhead, NY 11901
Dr. Peter Sultan is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Riverhead, New York. Dr. Sultan has performed 88 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#40 in New York) and 45 hip replacements, for a combined total of 133 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Sultan performs above average in knee (88 vs 47 avg), near average in hip (45 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Sultan's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (88 cases) and hip replacements (45 cases).
Riverhead is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Riverhead area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sultan extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 100 to 133 in the most recent data, a 33% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sultan's 88 verified procedures is above 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. Sultan Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sultan's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 33% from 100 procedures in 2013 to 133 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sultan
How does Dr. Sultan's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Sultan has performed 133 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sultan ranks #51 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sultan perform?
Dr. Sultan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases) and hip replacement (45 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sultan in Riverhead?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Riverhead 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. Sultan 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. Sultan's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 133 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sultan's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sultan's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 100 procedures in 2013 to 133 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 147 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Sultan perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sultan's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (88 cases), hip replacement (45 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Sultan compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Riverhead?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Riverhead, Dr. Sultan ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sultan is among the highest-volume surgeons in Riverhead.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Riverhead, New York
Dr. Sultan's 133 Medicare procedures are below the Riverhead average of 185. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Riverhead.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Ciminiello | 389 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Victor Olujimi | 33 | Shoulder |
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