Dr. Gregg Ebersole, M.D.
Contact & Location
South Bend, IN 46601
Dr. Gregg Ebersole is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in South Bend, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2011, Dr. Ebersole has performed 39 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#76 in Indiana) and 37 hip replacements, for a combined total of 76 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Ebersole performs near average in knee (39 vs 41 avg), near average in hip (37 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Ebersole's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (39 cases) and hip replacements (37 cases).
South Bend is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the South Bend area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ebersole extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 53 to 76 in the most recent data, a 43% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ebersole's 39 verified procedures is near 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. Ebersole Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ebersole's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 43% from 53 procedures in 2019 to 76 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ebersole
How does Dr. Ebersole's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Ebersole has performed 76 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ebersole ranks #57 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ebersole perform?
Dr. Ebersole's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases) and hip replacement (37 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ebersole in South Bend?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in South Bend 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. Ebersole 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. Ebersole's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 76 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ebersole's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ebersole's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 53 procedures in 2019 to 76 in the most recent data, a 43% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 93 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ebersole perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ebersole's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (37 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ebersole affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ebersole is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of South Bend, Northwest Health-La Porte.
How does Dr. Ebersole compare to other orthopedic surgeons in South Bend?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in South Bend, Dr. Ebersole ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in South Bend has 269 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ebersole practices?
Memorial Hospital Of South Bend (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Northwest Health-La Porte (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 South Bend, Indiana
Dr. Ebersole's 76 Medicare procedures are below the South Bend average of 109. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in South Bend.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Yergler | 269 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Adam Cien | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Henry Kim | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Ratigan | 84 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Statz | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. James Sieradzki | 51 | Hip, Knee |
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