Dr. Mark Gittins, D.O.
Contact & Location
614-890-6555
Westerville, OH 43081
Dr. Gittins performs more knee replacement procedures than 69% of orthopedic surgeons in Ohio, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #93 of 305 ranked knee surgeons in Ohio.
About Dr. Gittins
Practice. Dr. Mark Gittins is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Westerville, Ohio. The latest annual CMS data records 48 knee replacements and 34 hip replacements, 82 procedures in all. That is #93 in Ohio for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2005.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2013 to 2024, 12 years. Volume has held between 59 and 102 procedures a year.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 48 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Westerville has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 20 | 51 |
| 2014 | 32 | 44 |
| 2015 | 39 | 39 |
| 2016 | 40 | 19 |
| 2017 | 54 | 48 |
| 2018 | 33 | 36 |
| 2019 | 26 | 42 |
| 2020 | 32 | 43 |
| 2021 | 42 | 41 |
| 2022 | 36 | 48 |
| 2023 | 27 | 41 |
| 2024 | 34 | 48 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Gittins Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Ohio state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gittins's procedure volume has been consistent across 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 59 to 102 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gittins
How does Dr. Gittins's procedure volume compare to other Ohio surgeons?
Dr. Gittins has performed 82 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Ohio average of 59 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gittins ranks #92 out of 370 orthopedic surgeons in Ohio.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gittins perform?
Dr. Gittins's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases) and hip replacement (34 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gittins in Westerville?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Westerville 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. Gittins represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Gittins's total volume across all insurers at roughly 270 to 340 procedures against the 82 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Gittins's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gittins's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 12 years of Medicare data, ranging from 59 to 102 procedures per year between 2013 and 2024. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Gittins perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gittins's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (48 cases), hip replacement (34 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gittins affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gittins is affiliated with Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital, Mount Carmel St Ann'S, Fairfield Medical Center, Knox Community Hospital, Berger Hospital.
How does Dr. Gittins compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Westerville?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Westerville, Dr. Gittins ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Westerville has 134 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gittins practices?
Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Mount Carmel St Ann'S (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Fairfield Medical Center (2 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 Westerville, Ohio
Dr. Gittins's 82 Medicare procedures are below the Westerville average of 85. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Westerville.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryan Chambers | 134 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Graham Pallante | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Palmer | 98 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mark Kolich | 79 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Stephens | 46 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Benjamin Szerlip | 28 | Shoulder |
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