Dr. Gregory Sextro, M.D.
Dr. Gregory Sextro is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Grand Island, Nebraska. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Sextro has performed 68 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#21 in Nebraska) and 43 hip replacements, for a combined total of 111 procedures.
In Nebraska, Dr. Sextro performs above average in knee (68 vs 53 avg), near average in hip (43 vs 39 avg).
Dr. Sextro's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (68 cases) and hip replacements (43 cases).
Grand Island is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Grand Island area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Sextro extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 72 to 111 in the most recent data, a 54% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Sextro's 68 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Sextro Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Nebraska state average.
Contact & Location
Grand Island, NE 68803
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sextro's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 54% from 72 procedures in 2013 to 111 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. Sextro
How does Dr. Sextro's procedure volume compare to other Nebraska surgeons?
Dr. Sextro has performed 111 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Nebraska average of 79 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sextro ranks #18 out of 73 orthopedic surgeons in Nebraska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sextro perform?
Dr. Sextro's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sextro in Grand Island?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Grand Island 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. Sextro 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. Sextro's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 111 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Sextro's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sextro's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 72 procedures in 2013 to 111 in the most recent data, a 54% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 149 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Sextro perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sextro's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (68 cases), hip replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sextro affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sextro is affiliated with Jennie M Melham Memorial Medical Center, Grand Island Regional Medical Center, Howard County Medical Center, Valley County Health System, Chi Health St Francis.
How does Dr. Sextro compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Grand Island?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Grand Island, Dr. Sextro ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Sextro has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sextro practices?
Grand Island Regional Medical Center (2 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 Grand Island, Nebraska
Dr. Sextro's 111 Medicare procedures are above the Grand Island average of 52. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Grand Island.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Lukens | 22 | Knee |
| Dr. Philip Cahoy | 22 | Knee |
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