Dr. Brian Gruber, MD
Contact & Location
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Dr. Brian Gruber is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Gruber has performed 57 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#44 in Arizona) and 33 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 90 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Gruber performs near average in knee (57 vs 49 avg), near average in shoulder (33 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Gruber's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (57 cases) and shoulder replacements (33 cases).
Scottsdale is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Scottsdale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gruber extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 55 to 90 in the most recent data, a 64% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gruber's 57 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. Gruber Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gruber's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 64% from 55 procedures in 2019 to 90 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gruber
How does Dr. Gruber's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Gruber has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gruber ranks #53 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gruber perform?
Dr. Gruber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases) and shoulder replacement (33 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gruber in Scottsdale?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gruber 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. Gruber's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gruber's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gruber's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 55 procedures in 2019 to 90 in the most recent data, a 64% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 105 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Gruber perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gruber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (57 cases), shoulder replacement (33 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Gruber compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale, Dr. Gruber ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Scottsdale has 377 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Scottsdale, Arizona
Dr. Gruber's 90 Medicare procedures are below the Scottsdale average of 203. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scottsdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Timothy Kavanaugh | 377 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bertrand Kaper | 283 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Russo | 241 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Perry Evangelista | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darrin Trask | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Galat | 118 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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