Dr. Michael Gottsman, M.D.
Contact & Location
770-292-6500
Gainesville, GA 30501
Dr. Gottsman performs more knee replacement procedures than 77% of orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #45 of 203 ranked knee surgeons in Georgia.
About Dr. Gottsman
Practice. Dr. Michael Gottsman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gainesville, Georgia. The latest annual CMS data records 50 knee replacements and 21 hip replacements, 71 procedures in all. That is #45 in Georgia for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 23 procedures a year to 71, up 209%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Gainesville has 9 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 | 23 |
| 2014 | 0 | 16 |
| 2015 | 18 | 19 |
| 2016 | 30 | 27 |
| 2017 | 49 | 22 |
| 2018 | 57 | 30 |
| 2019 | 29 | 27 |
| 2020 | 23 | 27 |
| 2021 | 21 | 29 |
| 2022 | 21 | 30 |
| 2023 | 31 | 55 |
| 2024 | 21 | 50 |
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. Gottsman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Georgia state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gottsman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 209% from 23 procedures in 2013 to 71 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. Gottsman
How does Dr. Gottsman's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Gottsman has performed 71 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gottsman ranks #57 out of 245 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gottsman perform?
Dr. Gottsman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gottsman in Gainesville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville 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. Gottsman 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. Gottsman's total volume across all insurers at roughly 240 to 300 procedures against the 71 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. Gottsman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gottsman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 23 procedures in 2013 to 71 in the most recent data, a 209% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 87 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Gottsman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gottsman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gottsman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gottsman is affiliated with Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc, Northside Hospital Gwinnett.
How does Dr. Gottsman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Gainesville, Dr. Gottsman ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gottsman is among the highest-volume surgeons in Gainesville.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gottsman practices?
Northside Hospital Forsyth (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northside Hospital Gwinnett (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Gainesville, Georgia
Dr. Gottsman's 71 Medicare procedures are above the Gainesville average of 63. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gainesville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Vachtsevanos | 110 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Shan Sharif | 103 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Wood | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gary Davis | 45 | Knee |
| Dr. Barry Munn | 30 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Barrett | 27 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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