Dr. Seth Greenky, M.D.
Dr. Seth Greenky is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Liverpool, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Greenky has performed 94 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#35 in New York) and 64 hip replacements, for a combined total of 158 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Greenky performs well above average in knee (94 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (64 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Greenky's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (94 cases) and hip replacements (64 cases).
Dr. Greenky is the only orthopedic surgeon in Liverpool represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Greenky's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 117 to 201 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Greenky's 94 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Greenky Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Liverpool, NY 13088
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Greenky's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 117 to 201 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. Greenky
How does Dr. Greenky's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Greenky has performed 158 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Greenky ranks #33 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Greenky perform?
Dr. Greenky's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (94 cases) and hip replacement (64 cases).
Where is Dr. Greenky's practice located?
Dr. Greenky practices in Liverpool, New York. The office is located at 5100 W Taft Rd, Liverpool, NY 13088. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Greenky for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Greenky 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. Greenky's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 158 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Greenky's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Greenky's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 117 to 201 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Greenky perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Greenky's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (94 cases), hip replacement (64 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Greenky affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Greenky is affiliated with St Joseph'S Hospital Health Center, Crouse Hospital, Oswego Hospital, River Hospital Clinics, Samaritan Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Greenky practices?
St Joseph'S Hospital Health Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Crouse Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Oswego Hospital (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.
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