Dr. Gregory Dikos, MD
Contact & Location
Indianapolis, IN 46260
Dr. Gregory Dikos is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Indianapolis, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Dikos has performed 22 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#138 in Indiana) and 13 hip replacements, for a combined total of 35 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Dikos performs below average in knee (22 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (13 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Dikos's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (22 cases) and hip replacements (13 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.
Medicare records for Dr. Dikos extend back to 2014, covering 10 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 35 in the most recent data, a 150% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Dikos's 22 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Dikos Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dikos's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 150% from 14 procedures in 2014 to 35 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. Dikos
How does Dr. Dikos's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Dikos has performed 35 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Indiana average is 60 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Dikos ranks #146 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dikos perform?
Dr. Dikos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dikos 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. Dikos 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. Dikos's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 35 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dikos's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dikos's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2014 to 35 in the most recent data, a 150% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 46 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Dikos perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dikos's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (22 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dikos affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dikos is affiliated with Ascension St Vincent Hospital, Orthoindy Hospital, Riverview Health, Ascension St Vincent Kokomo.
How does Dr. Dikos compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis?
Among the 30 orthopedic surgeons in Indianapolis, Dr. Dikos ranks #25 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Indianapolis has 162 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dikos practices?
Ascension St Vincent Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Orthoindy Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Riverview Health (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 Indianapolis, Indiana
Dr. Dikos's 35 Medicare procedures are below the Indianapolis average of 115. 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. Daniel Gerow | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Meneghini | 123 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Pomeroy | 108 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Patrick Millikan | 105 | Hip, Knee |
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