Knee
Dr. Dustin Gay, MD
Dr. Dustin Gay is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Dublin, Georgia. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Gay has performed 87 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #17 in Georgia.
In Georgia, Dr. Gay performs well above average in knee (87 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Gay's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 87 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.
Dublin is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Dublin area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gay extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 87 in the most recent data, a 181% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gay's 87 verified procedures is above 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. Gay Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Contact & Location
Dublin, GA 31021
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gay's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 181% from 31 procedures in 2013 to 87 in the most recent data.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gay
How does Dr. Gay's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Gay has performed 87 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gay ranks #45 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gay perform?
Dr. Gay's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 87 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Gay with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Gay ranks #17 in Georgia for knee replacement with 87 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 255 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gay in Dublin?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Dublin 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 Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gay 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. Gay's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 87 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gay's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gay's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2013 to 87 in the most recent data, a 181% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 121 procedures in 2018.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gay affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gay is affiliated with Fairview Park Hospital, Burke Medical Center, Bleckley Memorial Hospital, Dodge County Hospital.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gay practices?
Fairview Park Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Burke 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 Dublin, Georgia
Dr. Gay's 87 Medicare procedures are above the Dublin average of 50. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Dublin.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Patrick Hanson | 12 | Knee |
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