Dr. Michael Gibbons
Contact & Location
Duluth, MN 55805
Dr. Michael Gibbons is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Duluth, Minnesota. Dr. Gibbons has performed 14 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#123 in Minnesota) and 14 hip replacements, for a combined total of 28 procedures.
In Minnesota, Dr. Gibbons performs below average in knee (14 vs 30 avg), below average in hip (14 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Gibbons's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (14 cases) and hip replacements (14 cases).
Duluth is home to 12 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Duluth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gibbons's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2017 before settling at 28 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Gibbons's 14 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Gibbons Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Minnesota state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gibbons's recorded volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2017 and stood at 28 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Gibbons
How does Dr. Gibbons's procedure volume compare to other Minnesota surgeons?
Dr. Gibbons has performed 28 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Minnesota average is 43 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gibbons ranks #109 out of 187 orthopedic surgeons in Minnesota.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gibbons perform?
Dr. Gibbons's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases) and hip replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gibbons in Duluth?
Yes. There are 12 orthopedic surgeons in Duluth 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 Minnesota surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gibbons 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. Gibbons's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 28 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gibbons's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gibbons's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 51 procedures in 2017 and was 28 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.
Does Dr. Gibbons perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gibbons's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (14 cases), hip replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gibbons affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gibbons is affiliated with Essentia Health Duluth, Essentia Health Deer River.
How does Dr. Gibbons compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Duluth?
Among the 12 orthopedic surgeons in Duluth, Dr. Gibbons ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Duluth has 44 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gibbons practices?
Essentia Health Duluth (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Duluth, Minnesota
Dr. Gibbons's 28 Medicare procedures are below the Duluth average of 33. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Duluth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Momont | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joshua Rother | 38 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Rust | 38 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. David Fogarty | 35 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Samuel Harms | 25 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Kuzel | 20 | Shoulder |
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