Dr. Raymond Stefanich, M.D.
Contact & Location
585-723-2842
Rochester, NY 14626
Rochester, NY 14620
Dr. Stefanich performs more knee replacement procedures than 17% of orthopedic surgeons in New York, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #223 of 269 ranked knee surgeons in New York.
About Dr. Stefanich
Practice. Dr. Raymond Stefanich is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, New York. The latest annual CMS data records 16 knee replacements. That is #223 in New York for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2014 to 2024, 8 years. Volume has held between 11 and 19 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 16 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
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 Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 16 |
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 23% to 28% for knee 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. Stefanich Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stefanich's procedure volume has been consistent across 8 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 19 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stefanich
How does Dr. Stefanich's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Stefanich has performed 16 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. Stefanich ranks #286 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stefanich perform?
Dr. Stefanich's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stefanich 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. Stefanich 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 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Stefanich's total volume across all insurers at roughly 60 to 70 procedures against the 16 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.
Has Dr. Stefanich's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Stefanich's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 8 years of Medicare data, ranging from 11 to 19 procedures per year between 2014 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stefanich affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Stefanich is affiliated with Unity Hospital Of Rochester, Rochester General Hospital.
How does Dr. Stefanich compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rochester?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester, Dr. Stefanich ranks #14 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. Stefanich practices?
Unity Hospital Of Rochester (1 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Rochester General Hospital (1 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rochester, New York
Dr. Stefanich's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Rochester average of 53. 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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