Dr. Bradley Gerber, MD
Contact & Location
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Dr. Bradley Gerber is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Rockville Centre, New York. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Gerber has performed 117 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#22 in New York) and 43 hip replacements, for a combined total of 160 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Gerber performs well above average in knee (117 vs 47 avg), near average in hip (43 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Gerber's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (117 cases) and hip replacements (43 cases).
Rockville Centre is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Rockville Centre area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gerber extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 75 to 160 in the most recent data, a 113% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gerber's 117 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Gerber Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gerber's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 113% from 75 procedures in 2013 to 160 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. Gerber
How does Dr. Gerber's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Gerber has performed 160 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gerber ranks #37 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gerber perform?
Dr. Gerber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (117 cases) and hip replacement (43 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gerber in Rockville Centre?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Rockville Centre 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 York surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gerber 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. Gerber's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 160 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gerber's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gerber's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 75 procedures in 2013 to 160 in the most recent data, a 113% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 160 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Gerber perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gerber's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (117 cases), hip replacement (43 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gerber affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gerber is affiliated with North Shore University Hospital.
How does Dr. Gerber compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Rockville Centre?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Rockville Centre, Dr. Gerber ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gerber is among the highest-volume surgeons in Rockville Centre.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gerber practices?
North Shore University Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Rockville Centre, New York
Dr. Gerber's 160 Medicare procedures are above the Rockville Centre average of 90. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Rockville Centre.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. James Germano | 185 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jan Koenig | 65 | Knee |
| Dr. Craig Levitz | 22 | Knee |
| Dr. Jonathan Mallen | 17 | Knee |
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