Dr. John Gallagher, MD
Dr. John Gallagher is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Altus, Oklahoma. Dr. Gallagher has performed 18 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#86 in Oklahoma) and 11 hip replacements, for a combined total of 29 procedures.
In Oklahoma, Dr. Gallagher performs below average in knee (18 vs 46 avg), below average in hip (11 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Gallagher's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (18 cases) and hip replacements (11 cases).
Altus is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Altus area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Gallagher's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 84 procedures in 2019 before settling at 29 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Gallagher's 18 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. Gallagher Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Oklahoma state average.
Contact & Location
Altus, OK 73521
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gallagher's recorded volume peaked at 84 procedures in 2019 and stood at 29 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. Gallagher
How does Dr. Gallagher's procedure volume compare to other Oklahoma surgeons?
Dr. Gallagher has performed 29 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Oklahoma average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gallagher ranks #81 out of 122 orthopedic surgeons in Oklahoma.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gallagher perform?
Dr. Gallagher's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases) and hip replacement (11 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gallagher in Altus?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Altus 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 Oklahoma surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gallagher 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. Gallagher's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 29 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gallagher's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Gallagher's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 84 procedures in 2019 and was 29 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. Gallagher perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gallagher's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (18 cases), hip replacement (11 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gallagher affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gallagher is affiliated with Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority, Great Plains Regional Medical Center, Elkview General Hospital, Harmon Memorial Hospital.
How does Dr. Gallagher compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Altus?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Altus, Dr. Gallagher ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gallagher is among the highest-volume surgeons in Altus.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gallagher practices?
Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Great Plains Regional 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 Altus, Oklahoma
Dr. Gallagher's 29 Medicare procedures are below the Altus average of 66. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Altus.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Greg Pickett | 105 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Jeffrey Duncan | 65 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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