Knee
Dr. Ira Gubernick, MD
Dr. Ira Gubernick is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Baltimore, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Gubernick has performed 12 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #131 in Maryland.
In Maryland, Dr. Gubernick performs below average in knee (12 vs 50 avg).
Dr. Gubernick's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 12 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.
Baltimore is home to 38 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. Gubernick's Medicare data spans 4 years, beginning in 2016. Volume peaked at 24 procedures in 2019 before settling at 12 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Gubernick's 12 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. Gubernick Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Contact & Location
Baltimore, MD 21224
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gubernick's recorded volume peaked at 24 procedures in 2019 and stood at 12 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. Gubernick
How does Dr. Gubernick's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Gubernick has performed 12 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. Gubernick ranks #154 out of 161 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gubernick perform?
Dr. Gubernick's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 12 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gubernick in Baltimore?
Yes. There are 38 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. Gubernick 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. Gubernick's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 12 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gubernick's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gubernick's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 24 procedures in 2019 and was 12 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. Gubernick compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore?
Among the 38 orthopedic surgeons in Baltimore, Dr. Gubernick ranks #37 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Baltimore has 304 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Baltimore, Maryland
Dr. Gubernick's 12 Medicare procedures are below the Baltimore average of 166. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Baltimore.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Joseph Ciotola | 304 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Marc Hungerford | 209 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Frank Ebert | 185 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert McKinstry | 158 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Henry Boucher | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Harpal Khanuja | 147 | Hip, Knee |
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