Dr. Michael Gabbard, M.D.
Contact & Location
Avon, IN 46123
Dr. Michael Gabbard is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Avon, Indiana. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Gabbard has performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#83 in Indiana) and 18 hip replacements, for a combined total of 54 procedures.
In Indiana, Dr. Gabbard performs near average in knee (36 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Gabbard's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (36 cases) and hip replacements (18 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Gabbard holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Gabbard is the only orthopedic surgeon in Avon represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Gabbard extend back to 2019, covering 6 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 45 to 54 in the most recent data, a 20% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gabbard's 36 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. Gabbard Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Indiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gabbard's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 20% from 45 procedures in 2019 to 54 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. Gabbard
How does Dr. Gabbard's procedure volume compare to other Indiana surgeons?
Dr. Gabbard has performed 54 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Indiana average of 60 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gabbard ranks #106 out of 224 orthopedic surgeons in Indiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gabbard perform?
Dr. Gabbard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases) and hip replacement (18 cases).
Where is Dr. Gabbard's practice located?
Dr. Gabbard practices in Avon, Indiana. The office is located at 1115 Ronald Reagan Pkwy Ste 148, Avon, IN 46123. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Gabbard for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gabbard 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. Gabbard's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 54 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gabbard's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gabbard's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 45 procedures in 2019 to 54 in the most recent data, a 20% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 63 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Gabbard perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gabbard's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (36 cases), hip replacement (18 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gabbard affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gabbard is affiliated with Iu Health West Hospital, Indiana University Health.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gabbard practices?
Iu Health West Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Indiana University Health (2 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.
Patient Resources & Verification
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