Dr. Eric Gardner, M.D.
Dr. Eric Gardner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Gardner has performed 21 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#53 in Nebraska) and 17 hip replacements, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Nebraska, Dr. Gardner performs below average in knee (21 vs 53 avg), below average in hip (17 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Gardner's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (21 cases) and hip replacements (17 cases).
Scottsbluff is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Scottsbluff area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gardner extend back to 2014, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 38 in the most recent data, a 217% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Gardner's 21 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. Gardner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Contact & Location
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gardner's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 217% from 12 procedures in 2014 to 38 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. Gardner
How does Dr. Gardner's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Gardner has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Nebraska average is 79 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gardner ranks #51 out of 73 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gardner perform?
Dr. Gardner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases) and hip replacement (17 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gardner in Scottsbluff?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsbluff 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 Nebraska surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gardner 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. Gardner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gardner's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gardner's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2014 to 38 in the most recent data, a 217% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 43 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Gardner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gardner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (21 cases), hip replacement (17 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gardner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gardner is affiliated with Banner North Co Medical Center - Loveland Campus, Banner Fort Collins Medical Center, Banner North Colorado Medical Center. Dr. Gardner maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gardner practices?
Banner North Co Medical Center - Loveland Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Banner Fort Collins Medical Center (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Banner North Colorado Medical Center (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 Scottsbluff, Nebraska
Dr. Gardner's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Scottsbluff average of 62. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scottsbluff.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Timothy Friedlein | 85 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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