“DR. RAYMOND L SINGER is among the top ranked Cardiac Valve & Cardiothoracic surgeons in Pennsylvania based on Case Volume by Dexur.”
I am excited and honored to write that Dexur’s analysis of Medicare claims data from Jan 2013 to Dec 2017 shows that I am among the top ranked surgeons in Pennsylvania based on case volume!
Dexur points out that “research has shown that case volume is associated with better quality outcomes.” My rank is therefore based on my experience. Here you can read an article that talks about the relationship between surgeon volume and outcomes.
By clicking here you can view my Key Highlights & Ranking. The chart on that page demonstrates that I have extensive experience dealing with patients who already have severe complications and comorbidities.
This section talks about my hospitalization experience and quality outcomes.
If you have been a patient of mine in the past or I have helped a friend or loved one, please consider endorsing me!
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