Dr. Gerardo Trinidad, M.D.
Dr. Gerardo Trinidad is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Portsmouth, Ohio. Dr. Trinidad has completed 32 knee replacements (#148 in Ohio), 12 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 55 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Ohio, Dr. Trinidad performs near average in knee (32 vs 40 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 31 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 27 avg).
Dr. Trinidad performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (32 cases), followed by hip replacements (12) and shoulder replacements (11).
Portsmouth is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Portsmouth area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs. Dr. Trinidad also maintains hospital privileges in KY and OH, indicating a regional practice that extends beyond Ohio.
Dr. Trinidad's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 96 procedures in 2014 before settling at 55 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Trinidad's 32 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Trinidad Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Contact & Location
Portsmouth, OH 45662
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Trinidad's recorded volume peaked at 96 procedures in 2014 and stood at 55 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. Trinidad
How does Dr. Trinidad's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Trinidad has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Trinidad ranks #151 out of 378 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Trinidad perform?
Dr. Trinidad performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (12 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Trinidad in Portsmouth?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth 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 Ohio surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Trinidad 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. Trinidad's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Trinidad's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Trinidad's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 96 procedures in 2014 and was 55 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. Trinidad perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Trinidad's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (12 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Trinidad among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Trinidad affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Trinidad is affiliated with King'S Daughters' Medical Center, Kings Daughters Medical Center Ohio, Southern Ohio Medical Center. Dr. Trinidad maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Trinidad compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Portsmouth, Dr. Trinidad ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Trinidad has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Trinidad practices?
King'S Daughters' Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kings Daughters Medical Center Ohio (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Southern Ohio Medical Center (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 Portsmouth, Ohio
Dr. Trinidad's 55 Medicare procedures are above the Portsmouth average of 45. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Portsmouth.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jared Bentley | 43 | Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Belton | 38 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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