Dr. Gary Drillings, MD
Contact & Location
Wayne, NJ 07470
Dr. Gary Drillings is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wayne, New Jersey. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Drillings has performed 17 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #109 in New Jersey.
In New Jersey, Dr. Drillings performs below average in knee (17 vs 54 avg).
Dr. Drillings's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 17 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Wayne is home to 8 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.
Dr. Drillings's Medicare data spans 6 years, beginning in 2016. Volume peaked at 39 procedures in 2023 before settling at 17 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Drillings's 17 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Drillings's recorded volume peaked at 39 procedures in 2023 and stood at 17 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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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 17 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The New Jersey average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Drillings ranks #147 out of 184 orthopedic surgeons in New Jersey.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Drillings perform?
Dr. Drillings's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 17 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Drillings in Wayne?
Yes. There are 8 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 17 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Drillings's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Drillings's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 39 procedures in 2023 and was 17 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
How does Dr. Drillings compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wayne?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Wayne, Dr. Drillings ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Wayne has 43 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wayne, New Jersey
Dr. Drillings's 17 Medicare procedures are below the Wayne average of 24. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wayne.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. William Matarese | 43 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Nader Fahimi | 40 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Craig Wright | 22 | Hip |
| Dr. Timothy Henderson | 17 | Knee |
| Dr. Vincent McInerney | 16 | Knee |
| Dr. Alejandro Morales-Restrepo | 14 | Shoulder |
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