Dr. Jeffrey Geller, M.D.
Contact & Location
212-305-4565
New York, NY 10032
About Dr. Geller
Dr. Jeffrey Geller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Geller performed 102 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#27 in New York) and 92 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 194 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Geller performs well above the state average in knee (102 vs 47), well above the state average in hip (92 vs 42).
Dr. Geller's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (102 cases) and hip replacements (92 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 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 96 to 194 in the most recent data, a 102% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Geller's 102 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 44 | 52 |
| 2014 | 33 | 49 |
| 2015 | 58 | 71 |
| 2016 | 70 | 62 |
| 2017 | 82 | 90 |
| 2018 | 82 | 85 |
| 2019 | 78 | 81 |
| 2020 | 69 | 40 |
| 2021 | 87 | 71 |
| 2022 | 86 | 93 |
| 2023 | 102 | 111 |
| 2024 | 92 | 102 |
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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Geller's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 102% from 96 procedures in 2013 to 194 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 194 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the New York average of 69 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Geller ranks #21 out of 334 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Geller perform?
Dr. Geller's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (102 cases) and hip replacement (92 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 194 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 194 in the most recent data, a 102% increase over 12 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 (102 cases), hip replacement (92 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 #10 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. 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 194 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 286. 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. Elizabeth Gausden | 229 | Hip, Knee |
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