Shoulder
Dr. Steven Small, M.D.
Dr. Steven Small is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Cortlandt Manor, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Small has performed 16 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #46 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Small performs below average in shoulder (16 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Small's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Cortlandt Manor is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Cortlandt Manor area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Small extend back to 2016, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 16 in the most recent data, a 33% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Small's 16 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 28 among 2,092 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. Small Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Small's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 33% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 16 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Small
How does Dr. Small's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Small has performed 16 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. Small ranks #280 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Small perform?
Dr. Small's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder 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. Small in Cortlandt Manor?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Cortlandt Manor 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. Small 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. Small's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Small's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Small's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2016 to 16 in the most recent data, a 33% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 18 procedures in 2018.
How does Dr. Small compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Cortlandt Manor?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Cortlandt Manor, Dr. Small ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Small is among the highest-volume surgeons in Cortlandt Manor.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Cortlandt Manor, New York
Dr. Small's 16 Medicare procedures are below the Cortlandt Manor average of 37. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Cortlandt Manor.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Russinoff | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Yair Rubinstein | 19 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Arthur Pidoriano | 14 | Knee |
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