Dr. Scott Galey, MD
Dr. Scott Galey is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fort Collins, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Galey has performed 38 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#31 in Colorado) and 27 knee replacements, for a combined total of 65 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Galey performs near average in hip (38 vs 38 avg), below average in knee (27 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Galey's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (38 cases) and knee replacements (27 cases).
Fort Collins is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fort Collins area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Galey first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Galey's 38 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Galey Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Contact & Location
Fort Collins, CO 80525
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Galey has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Galey
How does Dr. Galey's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Galey has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Colorado average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Galey ranks #54 out of 165 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Galey perform?
Dr. Galey's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (38 cases) and knee replacement (27 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Galey in Fort Collins?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Collins 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 Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Galey 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. Galey's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 65 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Galey perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Galey's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (38 cases), knee replacement (27 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Galey affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Galey is affiliated with Poudre Valley Hospital, Medical Center Of The Rockies, Uchealth Greeley Hospital, Yuma District Hospital.
How does Dr. Galey compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fort Collins?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Fort Collins, Dr. Galey ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Fort Collins has 386 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Galey practices?
Poudre Valley Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Medical Center Of The Rockies (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Uchealth Greeley Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, 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 Fort Collins, Colorado
Dr. Galey's 65 Medicare procedures are below the Fort Collins average of 192. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fort Collins.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kirk Kindsfater | 386 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Clifford Clark | 321 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Riley Hale | 211 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Rocci Trumper | 154 | Knee |
| Dr. Sean Grey | 119 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mark McFerran | 89 | Hip, Knee |
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