Dr. William Long, M.D., F.R.C.S.C.
Dr. William Long is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Long has performed 137 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#10 in New York) and 69 hip replacements, for a combined total of 206 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Long performs well above average in knee (137 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (69 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Long's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (137 cases) and hip replacements (69 cases).
New York is home to 84 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New York area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Long extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 55 to 206 in the most recent data, a 275% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Long's 137 verified procedures is more than 3x 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. Long Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10021
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Long's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 275% from 55 procedures in 2013 to 206 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Long
How does Dr. Long's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Long has performed 206 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Long ranks #18 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Long perform?
Dr. Long's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (137 cases) and hip replacement (69 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Long with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Long ranks #10 in New York for knee replacement with 137 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 338 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Long 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. Long 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. Long's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 206 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Long's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Long's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 55 procedures in 2013 to 206 in the most recent data, a 275% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 244 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Long perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Long's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (137 cases), hip replacement (69 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Long compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Long ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New York has 320 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New York, New York
Dr. Long's 206 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 246. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Amar Ranawat | 320 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Chalmers | 255 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Blevins | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander McLawhorn | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alberto Carli | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Austin | 231 | Hip, Knee |
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