Dr. Russell Cecil, M.D.,PH.D.
Dr. Russell Cecil is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Amsterdam, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Cecil has performed 23 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#131 in New York) and 18 knee replacements, for a combined total of 41 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Cecil performs below average in hip (23 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (18 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Cecil's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (23 cases) and knee replacements (18 cases).
Dr. Cecil is the only orthopedic surgeon in Amsterdam represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Cecil's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 68 procedures in 2013 before settling at 41 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Cecil's 23 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Cecil Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Amsterdam, NY 12010
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Cecil's recorded volume peaked at 68 procedures in 2013 and stood at 41 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 Hip Replacement
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Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Cecil
How does Dr. Cecil's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Cecil has performed 41 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 67 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Cecil ranks #177 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Cecil perform?
Dr. Cecil's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases) and knee replacement (18 cases).
Where is Dr. Cecil's practice located?
Dr. Cecil practices in Amsterdam, New York. The office is located at 5010 State Highway 30, Amsterdam, NY 12010. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Cecil for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Cecil 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. Cecil's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 41 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Cecil's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Cecil's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 68 procedures in 2013 and was 41 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Cecil perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Cecil's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases), knee replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cecil affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Cecil is affiliated with St Mary'S Healthcare, Nathan Littauer Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Cecil practices?
St Mary'S Healthcare (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Nathan Littauer Hospital (2 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.
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