Dr. William Long, M.D., F.R.C.S.C.
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10021
Dr. William Long is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Long has performed 66 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in New York) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 83 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Long performs above average in knee (66 vs 47 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Long's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 80% of reported Medicare volume.
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.
Dr. Long's Medicare data spans 12 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 244 procedures in 2022 before settling at 83 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Long's 66 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Long Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Long's recorded volume peaked at 244 procedures in 2022 and stood at 83 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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 83 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Long ranks #92 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Long perform?
Dr. Long's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
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 83 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Long's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Long's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 244 procedures in 2022 and was 83 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Long perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Long's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (66 cases), hip replacement (17 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 #31 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New York has 343 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in New York, New York
Dr. Long's 83 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 270. 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 |
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