Dr. Thomas Sajda, MD, PHD
Contact & Location
Rochester, NY 14642
Dr. Thomas Sajda is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rochester, New York. Dr. Sajda has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#135 in New York) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 43 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Sajda performs below average in knee (29 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Sajda's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Rochester is home to 16 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rochester area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Sajda first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Sajda's 29 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Sajda Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
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. Sajda
How does Dr. Sajda's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Sajda has performed 43 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. Sajda ranks #177 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sajda perform?
Dr. Sajda's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sajda in Rochester?
Yes. There are 16 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester 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. Sajda 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. Sajda's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 43 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Sajda perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sajda's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sajda affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sajda is affiliated with Geneva General Hospital.
How does Dr. Sajda compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rochester?
Among the 16 orthopedic surgeons in Rochester, Dr. Sajda ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Rochester has 91 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sajda practices?
Geneva General Hospital (1 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 Rochester, New York
Dr. Sajda's 43 Medicare procedures are below the Rochester average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rochester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Louis Okafor | 91 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Quinzi | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Drinkwater | 57 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Ginnetti | 47 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Klotz | 46 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Myers | 45 | Hip, Knee |
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