Dr. Kenneth Gustke, MD
Dr. Kenneth Gustke is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Temple Terrace, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Gustke has performed 43 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#157 in Florida) and 22 hip replacements, for a combined total of 65 procedures.
In Florida, Dr. Gustke performs near average in knee (43 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (22 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Gustke's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (43 cases) and hip replacements (22 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Gustke holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Temple Terrace is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Temple Terrace area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gustke's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 191 procedures in 2013 before settling at 65 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gustke's 43 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Gustke Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Contact & Location
Temple Terrace, FL 33637
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gustke's recorded volume peaked at 191 procedures in 2013 and stood at 65 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gustke
How does Dr. Gustke's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Gustke has performed 65 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Florida average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gustke ranks #199 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gustke perform?
Dr. Gustke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases) and hip replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gustke in Temple Terrace?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace 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 Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gustke 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. Gustke's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 65 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gustke's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gustke's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 191 procedures in 2013 and was 65 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Gustke perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gustke's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (22 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Gustke compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Temple Terrace, Dr. Gustke ranks #10 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Temple Terrace has 155 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Temple Terrace, Florida
Dr. Gustke's 65 Medicare procedures are below the Temple Terrace average of 104. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Temple Terrace.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Bernasek | 155 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Palumbo | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Grayson | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Watson | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Grant Garlick | 95 | Knee |
| Dr. Taylor Lara | 82 | Hip, Knee |
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