Hip
Dr. Gary Peters, MD
Dr. Gary Peters is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Worcester, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Peters has performed 11 Medicare-verified hip replacements, ranking #114 in Massachusetts.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Peters performs below average in hip (11 vs 44 avg).
Dr. Peters's Medicare data shows a focused hip replacement practice with 11 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Worcester is home to 15 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Worcester area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Peters's Medicare data spans 3 years, beginning in 2016. Volume peaked at 14 procedures in 2016 before settling at 11 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Peters's 11 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Peters Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Contact & Location
Worcester, MA 01608
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Peters's recorded volume peaked at 14 procedures in 2016 and stood at 11 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Peters
How does Dr. Peters's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Peters has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Massachusetts average is 74 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Peters ranks #201 out of 202 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Peters perform?
Dr. Peters's reported Medicare volume is focused on hip replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Peters in Worcester?
Yes. There are 15 orthopedic surgeons in Worcester 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 Massachusetts surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Peters 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. Peters's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Peters's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Peters's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 14 procedures in 2016 and was 11 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
How does Dr. Peters compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Worcester?
Among the 15 orthopedic surgeons in Worcester, Dr. Peters ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Worcester has 163 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Worcester, Massachusetts
Dr. Peters's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Worcester average of 86. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Worcester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Braziel | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Vinton | 121 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Philip Aurigemma | 85 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jeffrey Lange | 78 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Schraut | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Mandell | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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