Dr. Gary Updegrove, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Gary Updegrove is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Hershey, Pennsylvania. In 2023, Dr. Updegrove performed 39 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #22 in Pennsylvania. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Shoulder Replacement
39 verified cases
#22 in Pennsylvania

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Updegrove

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"Dr. Updegrove, I see your Medicare volume is lower—what percentage of your practice is private insurance or sports medicine? Approximately how many total joint replacements do you perform annually?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 717-531-5638
30 Hope Dr Ste 2400
Hershey, PA 17033
NPI: 1518287010
Credentials: MD
✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)
📅 16 years of practice experience
🎓 Licensed MD
🏥 Licensed surgical specialist
🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon
📞 Contact information available

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Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.
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