Dr. Scott Gelman, M.D.
Contact & Location
Salisbury, MD 21804
Dr. Scott Gelman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Salisbury, Maryland. A Medicare provider since 2014, Dr. Gelman has performed 91 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#18 in Maryland) and 91 hip replacements, for a combined total of 182 procedures.
In Maryland, Dr. Gelman performs above average in knee (91 vs 49 avg), well above average in hip (91 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Gelman's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (91 cases) and hip replacements (91 cases).
Salisbury is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Salisbury area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Gelman also maintains hospital privileges in MD and DE, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Maryland.
Medicare records for Dr. Gelman extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 35 to 182 in the most recent data, a 420% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gelman's 91 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Gelman Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Maryland state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gelman's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 420% from 35 procedures in 2020 to 182 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. Gelman
How does Dr. Gelman's procedure volume compare to other Maryland surgeons?
Dr. Gelman has performed 182 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Maryland average of 71 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gelman ranks #14 out of 166 orthopedic surgeons in Maryland.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gelman perform?
Dr. Gelman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (91 cases) and hip replacement (91 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Gelman with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Gelman ranks #18 in Maryland for knee replacement with 91 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 166 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gelman in Salisbury?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury 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. Gelman 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. Gelman's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 182 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gelman's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gelman's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 35 procedures in 2020 to 182 in the most recent data, a 420% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 190 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Gelman perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gelman's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (91 cases), hip replacement (91 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gelman affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gelman is affiliated with Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc., Beebe Medical Center, Atlantic General Hospital. Dr. Gelman maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Gelman compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Salisbury, Dr. Gelman ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gelman has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gelman practices?
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Inc (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc. (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Beebe Medical Center (3 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 Salisbury, Maryland
Dr. Gelman's 182 Medicare procedures are above the Salisbury average of 103. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Salisbury.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Trauger | 168 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Pasquale Petrera | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ana Mata-Fink | 57 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Anthony Adrignolo | 24 | Knee |
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