Dr. Elizabeth Gausden, MD
Dr. Elizabeth Gausden is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Gausden has performed 69 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#57 in New York) and 63 hip replacements, for a combined total of 132 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Gausden performs above average in knee (69 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (63 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Gausden's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (69 cases) and hip replacements (63 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.
Dr. Gausden's Medicare data spans 4 years, beginning in 2020. Volume peaked at 222 procedures in 2022 before settling at 132 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gausden's 69 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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.
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10021
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gausden's recorded volume peaked at 222 procedures in 2022 and stood at 132 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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 132 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gausden ranks #54 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gausden perform?
Dr. Gausden's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases) and hip replacement (63 cases).
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 132 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gausden's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gausden's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 222 procedures in 2022 and was 132 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.
Does Dr. Gausden perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gausden's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (63 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 #25 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in New York has 320 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 132 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 236. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in New York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Amar Ranawat | 320 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Chalmers | 255 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jason Blevins | 239 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alexander McLawhorn | 238 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alberto Carli | 235 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Austin | 231 | Hip, Knee |
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