Dr. Stephen Gregorius, M.D.
Contact & Location
831-757-3041
Salinas, CA 93901
Dr. Gregorius performs more knee replacement procedures than 79% of orthopedic surgeons in California, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #101 of 491 ranked knee surgeons in California.
About Dr. Gregorius
Practice. Dr. Stephen Gregorius is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salinas, California. The latest annual CMS data records 65 knee replacements and 43 hip replacements, 108 procedures in all. That is #101 in California for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume has held between 78 and 119 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 65 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Salinas has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 16 | 88 |
| 2020 | 15 | 68 |
| 2021 | 26 | 89 |
| 2022 | 22 | 56 |
| 2023 | 52 | 67 |
| 2024 | 43 | 65 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Gregorius Compares
Procedure volume compared to the California state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gregorius's procedure volume has been consistent across 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 78 to 119 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gregorius
How does Dr. Gregorius's procedure volume compare to other California surgeons?
Dr. Gregorius has performed 108 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the California average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gregorius ranks #100 out of 613 orthopedic surgeons in California.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gregorius perform?
Dr. Gregorius's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (65 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gregorius in Salinas?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Salinas 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 California surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gregorius represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Gregorius's total volume across all insurers at roughly 360 to 450 procedures against the 108 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Gregorius's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gregorius's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 6 years of Medicare data, ranging from 78 to 119 procedures per year between 2019 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Gregorius perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gregorius's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (65 cases), hip replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gregorius affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gregorius is affiliated with Logan Health - Whitefish, Logan Health Medical Center, Providence St Joseph Medical Center, Cabinet Peaks Medical Center. Dr. Gregorius maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Gregorius compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salinas?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Salinas, Dr. Gregorius ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gregorius has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gregorius practices?
Logan Health - Whitefish (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Logan Health Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Providence St Joseph Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Salinas, California
Dr. Gregorius's 108 Medicare procedures are above the Salinas average of 58. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salinas.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bert Tardieu | 70 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Bonano | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Allen Hershey | 34 | Knee |
| Dr. Kartheek Reddy | 15 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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