Dr. Gregory Mendez, MD
Contact & Location
Baltimore, MD 21202
Dr. Gregory Mendez is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Mendez has performed 31 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#46 in Maryland) and 28 knee replacements, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Mendez performs below average in hip (31 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (28 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Mendez's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (31 cases) and knee replacements (28 cases).
Baltimore is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Baltimore area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Mendez first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Mendez's 31 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Mendez Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
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. Mendez
How does Dr. Mendez's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Mendez has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Mendez ranks #72 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Mendez perform?
Dr. Mendez's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (31 cases) and knee replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Mendez in Baltimore?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore 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. Mendez 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. Mendez's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Mendez perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Mendez's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (31 cases), knee replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Mendez affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Mendez is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Inc.
How does Dr. Mendez compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore, Dr. Mendez ranks #18 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Baltimore has 331 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Mendez practices?
Mercy Medical Center 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 Baltimore, Maryland
Dr. Mendez's 59 Medicare procedures are below the Baltimore average of 169. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Baltimore.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Ciotola | 331 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Frank Ebert | 190 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Marc Hungerford | 180 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert McKinstry | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Hasenauer | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harpal Khanuja | 119 | Hip, Knee |
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