How do I contact Dr. Russell Tigges?

You can contact Dr. Russell Tigges at 845-454-0120. The practice is located at 1910 South Rd in Poughkeepsie, New York.

What procedures does Dr. Russell Tigges specialize in?

Dr. Russell Tigges is an orthopedic surgeon in Poughkeepsie, New York specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including hip replacement, knee replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Russell Tigges performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Russell Tigges has performed 157 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Russell Tigges's ranking in New York?

Dr. Russell Tigges is ranked #34 overall in New York for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Russell Tigges accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Russell Tigges is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 845-454-0120. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Russell Tigges, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Russell Tigges is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Poughkeepsie, New York. In 2023, Dr. Tigges performed 88 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#41 in New York) and 69 hip replacements (#36 in New York), for a combined total of 157 procedures. This places Dr. Tigges among the highest-volume joint replacement surgeons in New York.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Knee Replacement

88 verified cases

#41 in New York

Hip Replacement

69 verified cases

#36 in New York

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Tigges

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (157 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Tigges, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 845-454-0120

1910 South Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

NPI: 1902839327

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 20 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Russell Tigges, MD

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

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