Dr. Ricardo Gonzales, M.D.
Contact & Location
603-695-2500
Manchester, NH 03104
Dr. Gonzales performs more knee replacement procedures than 53% of orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #19 of 41 ranked knee surgeons in New Hampshire.
About Dr. Gonzales
Practice. Dr. Ricardo Gonzales is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Manchester, New Hampshire. The latest annual CMS data records 51 knee replacements and 46 hip replacements, 97 procedures in all. That is #19 in New Hampshire for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2006.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume rose from 72 procedures a year to 97, up 35%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 51 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Manchester has 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Gonzales also holds hospital privileges in NH and FL, a practice that extends beyond New Hampshire.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 26 | 46 |
| 2014 | 39 | 57 |
| 2015 | 30 | 43 |
| 2016 | 50 | 48 |
| 2017 | 39 | 57 |
| 2018 | 52 | 62 |
| 2019 | 41 | 62 |
| 2020 | 40 | 44 |
| 2021 | 47 | 59 |
| 2022 | 43 | 63 |
| 2023 | 38 | 55 |
| 2024 | 46 | 51 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Gonzales Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Hampshire state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gonzales's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 35% from 72 procedures in 2013 to 97 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. Gonzales
How does Dr. Gonzales's procedure volume compare to other New Hampshire surgeons?
Dr. Gonzales has performed 97 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New Hampshire average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gonzales ranks #16 out of 56 orthopedic surgeons in New Hampshire.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gonzales perform?
Dr. Gonzales's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and hip replacement (46 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Gonzales with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Gonzales ranks #19 in New Hampshire for knee replacement with 51 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 56 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gonzales in Manchester?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Manchester 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 New Hampshire surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gonzales 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Gonzales's total volume across all insurers at roughly 320 to 410 procedures against the 97 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. Gonzales's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gonzales's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 72 procedures in 2013 to 97 in the most recent data, a 35% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 114 procedures in 2018.
Does Dr. Gonzales perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gonzales's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (46 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gonzales affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gonzales is affiliated with Elliot Hospital, Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Dr. Gonzales maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Gonzales compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Manchester?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Manchester, Dr. Gonzales ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gonzales is among the highest-volume surgeons in Manchester.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gonzales practices?
Elliot Hospital (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Sarasota Memorial Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate better than national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Manchester, New Hampshire
Dr. Gonzales's 97 Medicare procedures are above the Manchester average of 59. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Manchester.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Benson | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Oliviero | 22 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Mary-Lee Sole | 15 | Knee |
| Dr. Douglas Goumas | 15 | Knee |
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