Dr. Gracia Etienne, MD
Dr. Gracia Etienne is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in York, Pennsylvania. Dr. Etienne has performed 69 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#59 in Pennsylvania) and 50 hip replacements, for a combined total of 119 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Etienne performs above average in knee (69 vs 45 avg), above average in hip (50 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Etienne's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (69 cases) and hip replacements (50 cases).
York is home to 14 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the York area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Etienne's Medicare record spans 11 years from 2013 through 2023. Procedure volume has remained consistent during that period, ranging from 99 to 196 procedures per year, reflecting a steady joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Etienne's 69 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
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. Etienne Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
York, PA 17402
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Etienne's procedure volume has been consistent across 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 99 to 196 procedures per year. This stability suggests a well-established joint replacement practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Etienne
How does Dr. Etienne's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Etienne has performed 119 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Etienne ranks #57 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Etienne perform?
Dr. Etienne's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases) and hip replacement (50 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Etienne in York?
Yes. There are 14 orthopedic surgeons in 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 Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Etienne 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. Etienne's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 119 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Etienne's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Etienne's procedure volume has been relatively stable over 11 years of Medicare data, ranging from 99 to 196 procedures per year between 2013 and 2023. Consistent volume over multiple years reflects a steady joint replacement practice.
Does Dr. Etienne perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Etienne's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (69 cases), hip replacement (50 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Etienne compare to other orthopedic surgeons in York?
Among the 14 orthopedic surgeons in York, Dr. Etienne ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Etienne is among the highest-volume surgeons in York.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in York, Pennsylvania
Dr. Etienne's 119 Medicare procedures are above the York average of 92. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in York.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. George Margetas | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Corey Caruthers | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Albert Folgueras | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brent Hines | 74 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Alhadeff | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dexter Bateman | 46 | Hip, Knee |
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