Knee
Dr. Sun Jin Kim, MD
Dr. Sun Jin Kim is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Bronx, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Kim has performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #95 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Kim performs near average in knee (43 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Kim's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 43 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.
Bronx is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Bronx area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Kim extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 32 to 43 in the most recent data, a 34% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Kim's 43 verified procedures is near 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. Kim Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Bronx, NY 10467
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kim's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 34% from 32 procedures in 2013 to 43 in the most recent data.
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 Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kim
How does Dr. Kim's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Kim has performed 43 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. Kim ranks #174 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kim perform?
Dr. Kim's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 43 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Kim in Bronx?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bronx 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. Kim 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. Kim's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Kim's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Kim's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 32 procedures in 2013 to 43 in the most recent data, a 34% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 56 procedures in 2018.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kim affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center.
How does Dr. Kim compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Bronx?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Bronx, Dr. Kim ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Kim is among the highest-volume surgeons in Bronx.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kim practices?
Montefiore Medical Center (3 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 Bronx, New York
Dr. Kim's 43 Medicare procedures are above the Bronx average of 36. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Bronx.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Simon Greenbaum | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Li | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Morteza Meftah | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeremy Loloi | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Evan Schwechter | 18 | Knee |
| Dr. Yossef Blum | 14 | Knee |
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