Knee
Dr. Yehuda Kleinman, MD
Dr. Yehuda Kleinman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Middle Village, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Kleinman has performed 20 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #184 in New York.
In New York, Dr. Kleinman performs below average in knee (20 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Kleinman's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 20 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.
Dr. Kleinman is the only orthopedic surgeon in Middle Village represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Kleinman first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Kleinman's 20 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Kleinman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
Middle Village, NY 11379
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Kleinman has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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
If you are considering knee replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
An overview of current surgical approaches including robotic-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, implant options, and expected outcomes.
What to Expect on the Day of SurgeryA step-by-step walkthrough of your surgical day, from pre-op preparation through anesthesia, the procedure itself, and the first hours of recovery.
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.
Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after knee replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Kleinman
How does Dr. Kleinman's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Kleinman has performed 20 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. Kleinman ranks #255 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Kleinman perform?
Dr. Kleinman's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 20 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Kleinman's practice located?
Dr. Kleinman practices in Middle Village, New York. The office is located at 7815 Eliot Ave, Middle Village, NY 11379. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Kleinman for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Kleinman 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. Kleinman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 20 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kleinman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Kleinman is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian/Queens.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Kleinman practices?
New York-Presbyterian/Queens (4 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.
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