Dr. Raymond Chen
Contact & Location
585-275-2100
Rochester, NY 14642
Dr. Chen performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 56% of orthopedic surgeons in New York, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #32 of 73 ranked shoulder surgeons in New York.
About Dr. Chen
Practice. Dr. Raymond Chen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, New York. The latest annual CMS data records 24 shoulder replacements. That is #32 in New York for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2016.
Trend. Dr. Chen first appears in the Medicare data in 2023. With 2 years on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 24 procedures is near the national average of 29.
Local context. Rochester has 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 2 years: 15 procedures in 2023 and 24 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
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 29% to 37% for shoulder 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. Chen Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Chen has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
A step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
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:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Chen
How does Dr. Chen's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Chen has performed 24 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. Chen ranks #249 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Chen perform?
Dr. Chen's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 24 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Chen in Rochester?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester 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. Chen 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 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Chen's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 80 procedures against the 24 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chen affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Chen is affiliated with University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center, University Hospitals Portage Medical Center, Lake Health Beachwood Medical Center, Uh Regional Hospitals. Dr. Chen maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Chen compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rochester?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester, Dr. Chen ranks #12 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Rochester has 91 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Chen practices?
University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uh Cleveland Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); University Hospitals Portage Medical Center (3 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rochester, New York
Dr. Chen's 24 Medicare procedures are below the Rochester average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rochester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Louis Okafor | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Quinzi | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Drinkwater | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Ginnetti | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Klotz | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Myers | 45 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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