Dr. Jerald Katz, MD
Contact & Location
508-646-9525
Fall River, MA 02720
Dr. Katz performs more knee replacement procedures than 28% of orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #114 of 160 ranked knee surgeons in Massachusetts.
About Dr. Katz
Dr. Jerald Katz is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Fall River, Massachusetts. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Katz performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#114 in Massachusetts) and 12 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 36 procedures.
In Massachusetts, Dr. Katz performs below the state average in knee (24 vs 50), below the state average in hip (12 vs 44).
Dr. Katz's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (12 cases).
Fall River is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Fall River area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Katz extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 36 in the most recent data, a 125% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Katz's 24 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)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 16 |
| 2014 | 0 | 16 |
| 2015 | 0 | 14 |
| 2016 | 14 | 20 |
| 2017 | 14 | 16 |
| 2018 | 12 | 19 |
| 2019 | 24 | 25 |
| 2020 | 24 | 16 |
| 2021 | 34 | 25 |
| 2022 | 16 | 23 |
| 2023 | 16 | 22 |
| 2024 | 12 | 24 |
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. Katz Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Massachusetts state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Katz's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 125% from 16 procedures in 2013 to 36 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. Katz
How does Dr. Katz's procedure volume compare to other Massachusetts surgeons?
Dr. Katz has performed 36 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. Katz ranks #130 out of 203 orthopedic surgeons in Massachusetts.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Katz perform?
Dr. Katz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Katz in Fall River?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Fall River 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. Katz 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. Katz's total volume across all insurers at roughly 120 to 150 procedures against the 36 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. Katz's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Katz's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2013 to 36 in the most recent data, a 125% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2021.
Does Dr. Katz perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Katz's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Katz affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Katz is affiliated with Brown University Health Saint Anne'S Hospital, Southcoast Hospital Group, Inc.
How does Dr. Katz compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Fall River?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Fall River, Dr. Katz ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Katz is among the highest-volume surgeons in Fall River.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Katz practices?
Brown University Health Saint Anne'S Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate above national average); Southcoast Hospital Group, Inc (4 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Fall River, Massachusetts
Dr. Katz's 36 Medicare procedures are above the Fall River average of 31. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Fall River.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Colm McCarthy | 42 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jay Patel | 16 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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