Dr. Eric Greber, M.D.
Contact & Location
985-625-2200
Thibodaux, LA 70301
Dr. Greber performs more knee replacement procedures than 88% of orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #10 of 85 ranked knee surgeons in Louisiana.
About Dr. Greber
Practice. Dr. Eric Greber is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Thibodaux, Louisiana. The latest annual CMS data records 71 knee replacements and 48 hip replacements, 119 procedures in all. That is #10 in Louisiana for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2011.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2017 to 2024, 8 years. Volume rose from 33 procedures a year to 119, up 261%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 71 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Thibodaux has 4 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 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 11 | 22 |
| 2018 | 32 | 20 |
| 2019 | 33 | 43 |
| 2020 | 47 | 37 |
| 2021 | 34 | 61 |
| 2022 | 55 | 63 |
| 2023 | 62 | 76 |
| 2024 | 48 | 71 |
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. Greber Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Louisiana state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Greber's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 261% from 33 procedures in 2017 to 119 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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Greber
How does Dr. Greber's procedure volume compare to other Louisiana surgeons?
Dr. Greber has performed 119 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Louisiana average of 54 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Greber ranks #10 out of 104 orthopedic surgeons in Louisiana.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Greber perform?
Dr. Greber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases) and hip replacement (48 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Greber with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Greber ranks #10 in Louisiana for knee replacement with 71 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 104 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Greber in Thibodaux?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Thibodaux 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 Louisiana surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Greber 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. Greber's total volume across all insurers at roughly 400 to 500 procedures against the 119 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. Greber's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Greber's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2017 to 119 in the most recent data, a 261% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 138 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Greber perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Greber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (71 cases), hip replacement (48 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Greber affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Greber is affiliated with Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, Physicians Medical Center, Ochsner St Mary, Bayou Bend Health System.
How does Dr. Greber compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Thibodaux?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Thibodaux, Dr. Greber ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Greber has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Greber practices?
Thibodaux Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Physicians Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Ochsner St Mary (2 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Thibodaux, Louisiana
Dr. Greber's 119 Medicare procedures are above the Thibodaux average of 54. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Thibodaux.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Patrick Ellender | 52 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jason Higgins | 26 | Knee |
| Dr. David Elias | 18 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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