Dr. Gary Drillings, MD
Dr. Gary Drillings is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wayne, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Drillings has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#89 in New Jersey) and 15 hip replacements, for a combined total of 39 procedures.
In New Jersey, Dr. Drillings performs below average in knee (24 vs 53 avg), below average in hip (15 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Drillings's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (15 cases).
Wayne is home to 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wayne area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Drillings extend back to 2016, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 39 in the most recent data, a 255% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Drillings's 24 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. Drillings Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New Jersey state average.
Contact & Location
Wayne, NJ 07470
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Drillings's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 255% from 11 procedures in 2016 to 39 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Drillings
How does Dr. Drillings's procedure volume compare to other New Jersey surgeons?
Dr. Drillings has performed 39 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 71 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Drillings ranks #92 out of 182 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Drillings perform?
Dr. Drillings's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (15 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Drillings in Wayne?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Wayne 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 Jersey surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Drillings 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. Drillings's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 39 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Drillings's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Drillings's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2016 to 39 in the most recent data, a 255% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Drillings perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Drillings's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (15 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Drillings compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wayne?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Wayne, Dr. Drillings ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Drillings is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wayne.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wayne, New Jersey
Dr. Drillings's 39 Medicare procedures are above the Wayne average of 29. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Nader Fahimi | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Matarese | 39 | Knee |
| Dr. Vincent McInerney | 33 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Wright | 16 | Hip |
| Dr. Anthony Festa | 13 | Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Henderson | 11 | Knee |
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