Dr. Elizabeth Gausden, MD
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10021
Dr. Elizabeth Gausden is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Gausden has performed 118 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#10 in New York) and 111 knee replacements, for a combined total of 229 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Gausden performs well above average in hip (118 vs 42 avg), well above average in knee (111 vs 47 avg).
Dr. Gausden's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (118 cases) and knee replacements (111 cases).
New York is home to 84 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the New York area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gausden extend back to 2020, covering 5 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 11 to 229 in the most recent data, a 1982% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gausden's 118 verified procedures is more than 3x the national average of 36, ranking #87 nationally.
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. Gausden Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gausden's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 1982% from 11 procedures in 2020 to 229 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. Gausden
How does Dr. Gausden's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Gausden has performed 229 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gausden ranks #12 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gausden perform?
Dr. Gausden's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (118 cases) and knee replacement (111 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Gausden with hip replacement surgery?
Dr. Gausden ranks #10 in New York for hip replacement with 118 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 334 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gausden in New York?
Yes. There are 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York 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. Gausden 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. Gausden's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 229 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gausden's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gausden's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 11 procedures in 2020 to 229 in the most recent data, a 1982% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 229 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Gausden perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gausden's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (118 cases), knee replacement (111 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gausden affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gausden is affiliated with Hospital For Special Surgery, New York-Presbyterian Hospital.
How does Dr. Gausden compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Gausden ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New York has 343 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gausden practices?
Hospital For Special Surgery (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); New York-Presbyterian Hospital (5 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 New York, New York
Dr. Gausden's 229 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 291. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brian Chalmers | 343 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Blevins | 322 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eytan Debbi | 322 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Amar Ranawat | 318 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Geoffrey Westrich | 276 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alberto Carli | 225 | Hip, Knee |
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