Dr. Jeffrey Geller, M.D.
Dr. Jeffrey Geller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Geller has performed 111 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#21 in New York) and 102 hip replacements, for a combined total of 213 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Geller performs well above average in knee (111 vs 45 avg), well above average in hip (102 vs 42 avg).
Dr. Geller's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (111 cases) and hip replacements (102 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. Geller extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 96 to 213 in the most recent data, a 122% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Geller's 111 verified procedures is more than 2x 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. Geller Compares
Procedure volume compared to the New York state average.
Contact & Location
New York, NY 10032
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Geller's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 122% from 96 procedures in 2013 to 213 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. Geller
How does Dr. Geller's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Geller has performed 213 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Geller ranks #16 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Geller perform?
Dr. Geller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (111 cases) and hip replacement (102 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Geller 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. Geller 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. Geller's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 213 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Geller's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Geller's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 96 procedures in 2013 to 213 in the most recent data, a 122% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 213 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Geller perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Geller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (111 cases), hip replacement (102 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Geller affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Geller is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital.
How does Dr. Geller compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Geller ranks #8 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. Geller practices?
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. Geller's 213 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 247. 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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