The Sigma Difference
Precision Orthopedics
Precision orthopedic care built around your full recovery — from first contact through 100 Days to Health and beyond.
Led by Dr. Frank McCormick — Harvard-trained orthopedic surgeon — Sigma Orthopedics fuses elite surgical expertise with Aviation-Grade Safety protocols and Six Sigma precision methodology. Experience Same-Week Access to specialist care that never compromises on quality.
100 Days to Health
A structured, proven framework guiding you from first appointment through full recovery.
First Contact & Same-Week Access
Your journey begins the moment you call.
At Sigma Orthopedics, we believe the path to recovery shouldn't start with a wait. Dr. Frank McCormick's practice offers Same-Week Access to specialist evaluation — so you receive expert answers, not a distant appointment on the calendar.
- Same-Week Access guaranteed for new patients
- Direct scheduling with Dr. McCormick's team
- Comprehensive intake and medical history review
- Imaging coordination and diagnostic planning
Pre-Surgical Planning
Six Sigma precision before a single incision.
Harvard-trained surgeon Dr. Frank McCormick applies Six Sigma methodology to pre-operative planning — eliminating variables, identifying risk factors, and engineering a personalized surgical roadmap built around your anatomy, health baseline, and recovery goals.
- Six Sigma protocol-driven pre-op assessment
- Advanced imaging review and surgical planning
- Pre-operative health optimization guidance
- Full insurance pre-authorization coordination
Surgery Day — Aviation-Grade Safety
The same rigor that keeps aircraft in the sky, protecting you on the table.
On surgery day, every checklist, every protocol, every precaution reflects the Aviation-Grade Safety culture that defines Sigma Orthopedics. Dr. McCormick's operating room follows systematic pre-flight style checklists and redundant verification steps — the same principles that have made commercial aviation the safest form of travel, now applied to your surgical care.
- Aviation-Grade Safety checklists at every step
- Redundant verification protocols before incision
- Sterile field management meeting aerospace standards
- Real-time monitoring and outcome documentation
Post-Operative Recovery
Structured milestones. Measurable progress. Continuous support.
Recovery is not guesswork at Sigma. Dr. McCormick's post-operative program is engineered with the same Six Sigma precision as the surgery itself — defined milestones, structured check-ins, and adaptive rehabilitation guidance that keeps your recovery on track through every phase.
- Structured weekly recovery milestone tracking
- Dedicated follow-up cadence with Dr. McCormick
- Physical therapy coordination and guidance
- Pain management and medication optimization
100-Day Milestone & Return to Activity
The finish line — and your new starting line.
The 100 Days to Health framework culminates in a comprehensive milestone assessment — evaluating strength, mobility, and function against your personalized targets. Most Sigma patients return to full activity by Day 100. For athletes, performers, and active individuals, this is where precision orthopedics delivers its most meaningful result: your life, fully restored.
- Comprehensive 100-day outcome assessment
- Return-to-sport and return-to-activity clearance
- Long-term joint health strategy and prevention planning
- Ongoing access to Dr. McCormick for future needs
Every step guided by Dr. Frank McCormick
Harvard-trained orthopedic surgeon · Aviation-Grade Safety protocols · Six Sigma precision methodology
Transparent Insurance & Billing
No surprises — clear guidance on coverage, costs, and financial options before you commit to care. Financial clarity is not a courtesy at Sigma Orthopedics; it is a standard.
How We Manage Your Benefits
Benefits Verification
Our dedicated billing coordinators contact your insurer before your first appointment to confirm coverage, deductibles, and out-of-pocket maximums — so you're never caught off guard.
Prior Authorization
We manage the full pre-authorization process on your behalf, applying our Six Sigma documentation protocols to minimize delays and denials.
Good-Faith Cost Estimate
Before you commit to care, you receive a clear, written cost estimate — procedure fees, facility costs, and anticipated patient responsibility — with zero hidden charges.
Flexible Financing Options
For balances not covered by insurance, we offer interest-free payment plans and coordinate with third-party medical financing partners to ensure care is never out of reach.
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Humana
- UnitedHealthcare
- Medicare
- Oxford Health Plans
- Empire BlueCross
- MultiPlan / PHCS
- Tricare
Don't see your plan? Call our billing team — we accept many additional plans and will verify your specific coverage before your first visit.
Every billing interaction at Sigma Orthopedics follows our Aviation-Grade Safety documentation protocols — the same zero-defect methodology Dr. Frank McCormick, Harvard-trained surgeon, applies across all clinical operations. Accuracy, transparency, and advocacy for your coverage.
Patient-First Finance
Care should never be delayed by billing confusion
With Same-Week Access and proactive benefits management, we ensure nothing stands between you and the precision care you deserve.
Insurance & Billing — Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about coverage, costs, and financial options at Sigma Orthopedics.
Questions about your coverage? Our billing team is ready.
Reach out before your appointment and we'll verify your benefits, explain your out-of-pocket responsibility, and make sure the financial side of care is as seamless as the clinical side — the Sigma way.
What to Expect at Every Step
From your first call to your final follow-up — know exactly what happens before, during, and after surgery.
Preparation & Precision Planning
Every Sigma Orthopedics case begins with thorough evaluation — Dr. Frank McCormick's Harvard-trained clinical judgment, advanced imaging, and pre-operative planning ensure zero surprises on surgery day.
- Same-Week Access: specialist consultation within days, not months
- Comprehensive orthopedic evaluation and medical history review
- Advanced imaging (X-ray, MRI) interpreted by Dr. McCormick directly
- Personalised pre-operative plan with clearly defined goals
- Pre-op labs, anaesthesia consultation, and Six Sigma protocol checklist
- Insurance pre-authorisation and cost transparency briefing
Aviation-Grade Safety in the OR
Sigma Orthopedics applies Aviation-Grade Safety and Six Sigma precision protocols in every operating room — the same zero-tolerance framework used in aerospace is applied to your surgical care.
- Pre-flight style surgical checklist — every step verified before incision
- Six Sigma-calibrated instrument and implant quality controls
- Harvard-trained surgical technique refined over hundreds of procedures
- Real-time vital monitoring with redundant safety protocols
- Sterile field management exceeding industry standards
- Post-operative safety debrief and handoff documentation
Structured Recovery & Ongoing Support
Recovery is not guesswork at Sigma Orthopedics. Your 100 Days to Health roadmap delivers structured milestones, dedicated rehab support, and direct access to Dr. McCormick's care team throughout recovery.
- 24-hour post-op check-in with your Sigma care coordinator
- Structured physical therapy protocol aligned to your procedure type
- Milestone tracking across 30 / 60 / 100-day recovery benchmarks
- Direct messaging access to the clinical team for real-time guidance
- Pain management and mobility progress monitored at every follow-up
- Return-to-activity clearance from Dr. McCormick based on objective data
The Sigma Standard — Applied at Every Phase
Aviation-Grade Safety
Pre-flight OR protocols
Six Sigma Precision
Error rate near zero
Harvard-Trained Care
Dr. Frank McCormick
Same-Week Access
Fast specialist entry
The Standards Behind Your Care
Four pillars that define precision orthopedics at Sigma.
Core StandardAviation-Grade Safety
Zero-tolerance safety culture
Every procedure at Sigma Orthopedics follows pre-flight-style checklists and redundant verification systems borrowed from commercial aviation. The result: a surgical environment where errors are engineered out — not just caught. Your safety is not a priority; it is the protocol.
Quality FrameworkSix Sigma Precision Protocols
Data-driven surgical excellence
Six Sigma methodology — the gold standard of process excellence in engineering and manufacturing — has been applied to every stage of your care. Pre-operative planning, intraoperative technique, and post-surgical follow-up are each measured, analysed, and continuously refined to achieve near-perfect outcomes.
Surgeon CredentialsHarvard-Trained Board-Certified Surgeon
Elite credentials, personal care
Dr. Frank McCormick brings Harvard-level training and board certification to every patient encounter. His academic pedigree is matched by a genuine commitment to understanding each patient's unique goals — delivering world-class surgical outcomes through a warm, transparent, and collaborative relationship.
Patient PromiseSame-Week Access to Specialist Care
No long waits, no referral delays
At Sigma Orthopedics, 'Same-Week Access' is a structural promise, not a marketing claim. Dr. McCormick's practice is designed so that patients experiencing pain, injury, or uncertainty can see a board-certified specialist within days — not months. Early expert evaluation protects your recovery trajectory.
Every standard, every visit — for every patient.
Aviation-Grade Safety · Six Sigma Precision · Harvard-Trained Expertise · Same-Week Access
Start Your 100 Days to Health
Same-week appointments available. Take the first step toward lasting recovery with Dr. Frank McCormick, Harvard-trained orthopedic surgeon.
From your first consultation through full recovery, our structured 100-day framework — backed by Aviation-Grade Safety protocols and Six Sigma precision — ensures every step of your care is measured, supported, and optimized for the best possible outcome.
Most insurance plans accepted · Same-Week Access · No referral required for initial consultation
Specialist care without the typical wait.
A proven framework from consultation to full recovery.
Dr. Frank McCormick brings elite credentials to every case.