Dr. Frederick Gregg, D.O.
Contact & Location
601-554-7400
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Dr. Gregg performs more knee replacement procedures than 72% of orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #16 of 58 ranked knee surgeons in Mississippi.
About Dr. Gregg
Practice. Dr. Frederick Gregg is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The latest annual CMS data records 77 knee replacements. That is #16 in Mississippi for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2007.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2016 to 2024, 9 years. Volume rose from 19 procedures a year to 77, up 305%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 77 procedures is above the national average of 45.
Local context. Hattiesburg has 11 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 19 |
| 2017 | 14 | 29 |
| 2018 | 18 | 52 |
| 2019 | 25 | 46 |
| 2020 | 16 | 56 |
| 2021 | 18 | 58 |
| 2022 | 17 | 53 |
| 2023 | 16 | 57 |
| 2024 | 0 | 77 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Gregg Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Mississippi state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gregg's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 305% from 19 procedures in 2016 to 77 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. Gregg
How does Dr. Gregg's procedure volume compare to other Mississippi surgeons?
Dr. Gregg has performed 77 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Mississippi average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gregg ranks #22 out of 78 orthopedic surgeons in Mississippi.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gregg perform?
Dr. Gregg's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 77 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Gregg with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Gregg ranks #16 in Mississippi for knee replacement with 77 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 78 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gregg in Hattiesburg?
Yes. There are 11 orthopedic surgeons in Hattiesburg 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 Mississippi surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gregg represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Gregg's total volume across all insurers at roughly 280 to 330 procedures against the 77 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Gregg's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gregg's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 19 procedures in 2016 to 77 in the most recent data, a 305% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 77 procedures in 2024.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gregg affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gregg is affiliated with Forrest General Hospital, Wayne General Hospital, South Central Reg Med Ctr, Merit Health Wesley, Jasper General Hospital.
How does Dr. Gregg compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Hattiesburg?
Among the 11 orthopedic surgeons in Hattiesburg, Dr. Gregg ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gregg is among the highest-volume surgeons in Hattiesburg.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gregg practices?
Forrest General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wayne General Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars); South Central Reg Med Ctr (1 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 Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Dr. Gregg's 77 Medicare procedures are below the Hattiesburg average of 80. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Hattiesburg.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Sikes | 173 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Donald Ward | 144 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Valentine | 60 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Humpherys | 44 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Raymond Whitehead | 32 | Knee |
| Dr. James Weaver | 30 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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