Dr. Theodore Blaine, M.D.
Contact & Location
203-705-0766
New York, NY 10021
Dr. Blaine performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 83% of orthopedic surgeons in New York, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #12 of 73 ranked shoulder surgeons in New York.
About Dr. Blaine
Practice. Dr. Theodore Blaine is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. The latest annual CMS data records 49 shoulder replacements. That is #12 in New York for shoulder replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 16 procedures a year to 49, up 206%.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 49 procedures is above the national average of 29.
Local context. New York has 84 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Blaine also holds hospital privileges in NY and CT, a practice that extends beyond New York.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 41 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 52 |
| 2022 | 51 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 49 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Blaine Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Blaine's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 206% from 16 procedures in 2013 to 49 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 Shoulder Replacement
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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Blaine
How does Dr. Blaine's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Blaine has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New York average is 69 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Blaine ranks #151 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Blaine perform?
Dr. Blaine's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 49 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Blaine with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Blaine ranks #12 in New York for shoulder replacement with 49 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 334 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Blaine in New York?
Yes. There are 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York 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. Blaine represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Blaine's total volume across all insurers at roughly 130 to 170 procedures against the 49 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Blaine's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Blaine's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2013 to 49 in the most recent data, a 206% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 52 procedures in 2021.
Which hospitals is Dr. Blaine affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Blaine is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery, Stamford Hospital, Danbury Hospital, Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Blaine maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Blaine compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Blaine ranks #45 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New York has 343 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Blaine practices?
Hospital For Special Surgery (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Stamford Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Danbury Hospital (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 New York, New York
Dr. Blaine's 49 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 266. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Chalmers | 343 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Blevins | 322 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eytan Debbi | 322 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Amar Ranawat | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Geoffrey Westrich | 276 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Elizabeth Gausden | 229 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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