Dr. Timothy Gossett, MD
Dr. Timothy Gossett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in New York, New York. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Gossett has performed 55 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#53 in New York) and 35 knee replacements, for a combined total of 90 procedures.
In New York, Dr. Gossett performs above average in hip (55 vs 42 avg), below average in knee (35 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Gossett's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (55 cases) and knee replacements (35 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Gossett holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
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. Gossett first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gossett's 55 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
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. Gossett 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. Gossett has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Gossett
How does Dr. Gossett's procedure volume compare to other New York surgeons?
Dr. Gossett has performed 90 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the New York average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gossett ranks #83 out of 338 orthopedic surgeons in New York.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gossett perform?
Dr. Gossett's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (55 cases) and knee replacement (35 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gossett 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. Gossett 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. Gossett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 90 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Gossett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gossett's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (55 cases), knee replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gossett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gossett is affiliated with Chelsea Hospital, Trinity Health Livingston Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, University Of Michigan Health, Trinity Health Livonia Hospital. Dr. Gossett maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Gossett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in New York?
Among the 84 orthopedic surgeons in New York, Dr. Gossett ranks #31 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. Gossett practices?
Chelsea Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Trinity Health Livingston Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Trinity Health Ann Arbor 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 New York, New York
Dr. Gossett's 90 Medicare procedures are below the New York average of 230. 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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