George Pianka, M.D.
Hand Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
George Pianka is a Hand Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in New York, NY with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HAND SURGERY
With over 42 years in orthopaedic surgery, George Pianka, M.D. is a long-established hand surgery orthopaedic surgery specialist in New York. He graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1984 and has 42+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 99.15/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
73 E 71st St, New York, NY 10021-4213
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 75% of doctors in New York on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202399.15/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.6 pts)
Better than 75% of MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
556
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
32
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
52
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $787
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1984
University of Connecticut School of Medicine
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Taxonomy: 207XS0106X
Education & Training
University of Connecticut School of Medicine (Class of 1984)
Mailing address
24 Saw Mill River Road Suite 206, Hawthorne, NY 10532-1555
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hand Surgery Care With George Pianka
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with George Pianka for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to New York required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Pianka
NPI records show Dr. Pianka as active with telehealth listed in New York, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (212) 472-5899.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact George Pianka
Practice Location
73 E 71st St, New York, NY 10021-4213
Mailing Address
24 Saw Mill River Road Suite 206, Hawthorne, NY 10532-1555
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