Dr. Daniel Gerow
Contact & Location
Indianapolis, IN 46241
Dr. Daniel Gerow is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Gerow has performed 76 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#17 in Indiana) and 51 hip replacements, for a combined total of 127 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Gerow performs above average in knee (76 vs 41 avg), above average in hip (51 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Gerow's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (76 cases) and hip replacements (51 cases).
Indianapolis is home to 30 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Indianapolis area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gerow first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gerow's 76 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Gerow Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
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. Gerow
How does Dr. Gerow's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Gerow has performed 127 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gerow ranks #17 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gerow perform?
Dr. Gerow's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases) and hip replacement (51 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Gerow with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Gerow ranks #17 in Indiana for knee replacement with 76 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 224 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gerow in Indianapolis?
Yes. There are 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis 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 Indiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gerow 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. Gerow's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 127 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Gerow perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gerow's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (76 cases), hip replacement (51 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gerow affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gerow is affiliated with Franciscan Health Mooresville.
How does Dr. Gerow compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Gerow ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gerow is among the highest-volume surgeons in Indianapolis.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gerow practices?
Franciscan Health Mooresville (5 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 Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Gerow's 127 Medicare procedures are above the Indianapolis average of 125. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Indianapolis.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. George Vestermark | 162 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Carter | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Millikan | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wesley Lackey | 103 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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