Dr. Gregor Hawk, MD
Dr. Gregor Hawk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hawk has completed 81 knee replacements (#40 in Pennsylvania), 43 shoulder replacements, and 38 hip replacements, totaling 162 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Hawk performs above average in knee (81 vs 45 avg), above average in shoulder (43 vs 29 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Hawk performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (81 cases), followed by shoulder replacements (43) and hip replacements (38).
Allentown is home to 13 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Allentown area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Hawk extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 56 to 162 in the most recent data, a 189% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Hawk's 81 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. Hawk Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Allentown, PA 18106
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Hawk's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 189% from 56 procedures in 2013 to 162 in the most recent data.
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. Hawk
How does Dr. Hawk's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Hawk has performed 162 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Hawk ranks #33 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Hawk perform?
Dr. Hawk performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (81 cases), shoulder replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Hawk in Allentown?
Yes. There are 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown 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. Hawk 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. Hawk's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 162 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Hawk's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Hawk's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 56 procedures in 2013 to 162 in the most recent data, a 189% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 185 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Hawk perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Hawk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases), shoulder replacement (43 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Hawk among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Hawk affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Hawk is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Hospital, St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem, St Luke'S Miners Memorial Hospital, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton.
How does Dr. Hawk compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Allentown?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown, Dr. Hawk ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Allentown has 273 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Hawk practices?
Lehigh Valley Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Miners Memorial Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Hawk's 162 Medicare procedures are below the Allentown average of 169. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Allentown.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Paul Pollice | 273 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Eric Lebby | 253 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jonathon Brown | 211 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Anbari | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gregory Gilson | 81 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Brislin | 77 | Knee, Shoulder |
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