Knee
Dr. George Gendy, MD
Dr. George Gendy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Phoenix, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Gendy has performed 30 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #93 in Arizona.
In Arizona, Dr. Gendy performs below average in knee (30 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Gendy's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 30 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.
Phoenix is home to 53 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Phoenix area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gendy first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Gendy's 30 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. Gendy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gendy
How does Dr. Gendy's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Gendy has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gendy ranks #134 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gendy perform?
Dr. Gendy's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 30 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gendy in Phoenix?
Yes. There are 53 orthopedic surgeons in Phoenix 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. Gendy 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. Gendy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
How does Dr. Gendy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Phoenix?
Among the 53 orthopedic surgeons in Phoenix, Dr. Gendy ranks #34 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Phoenix has 227 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Phoenix, Arizona
Dr. Gendy's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Phoenix average of 139. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Phoenix.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Werner | 227 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Hattrup | 157 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Lige Kaplan | 142 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Wilmink | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Spangehl | 138 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christina Khoury | 137 | Hip, Knee |
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