Dr. Gregg Ferrero, M.D.
Dr. Gregg Ferrero is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in La Plata, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Ferrero has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#71 in Maryland) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 49 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Ferrero performs below average in knee (34 vs 50 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Ferrero's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
La Plata is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the La Plata area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ferrero extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 49 in the most recent data, a 40% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Ferrero's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 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. Ferrero Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
La Plata, MD 20646
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ferrero's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 40% from 35 procedures in 2013 to 49 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Ferrero
How does Dr. Ferrero's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Ferrero has performed 49 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Maryland average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Ferrero ranks #83 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ferrero perform?
Dr. Ferrero's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ferrero in La Plata?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in La Plata 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 Maryland surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ferrero 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. Ferrero's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 49 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ferrero's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ferrero's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2013 to 49 in the most recent data, a 40% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 74 procedures in 2017.
Does Dr. Ferrero perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ferrero's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in La Plata, Maryland
Dr. Ferrero's 49 Medicare procedures are above the La Plata average of 34. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in La Plata.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Peter Trent | 19 | Knee |
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