Dr. Gregory Gilson, D.O.
Dr. Gregory Gilson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gilson has performed 43 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#60 in Pennsylvania) and 38 knee replacements, for a combined total of 81 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Gilson performs above average in hip (43 vs 34 avg), near average in knee (38 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Gilson's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (43 cases) and knee replacements (38 cases).
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.
Dr. Gilson first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Gilson's 43 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Gilson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Allentown, PA 18104
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Gilson
How does Dr. Gilson's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Gilson has performed 81 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 63 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gilson ranks #94 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gilson perform?
Dr. Gilson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (43 cases) and knee replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gilson 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. Gilson 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. Gilson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 81 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Gilson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gilson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (43 cases), knee replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gilson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gilson is affiliated with St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem, St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus, St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus, St Luke'S Hospital - Easton Campus.
How does Dr. Gilson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Allentown?
Among the 13 orthopedic surgeons in Allentown, Dr. Gilson ranks #6 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. Gilson practices?
St Luke'S Hospital Bethlehem (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital - Upper Bucks Campus (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); St Luke'S Hospital - Grand View Campus (5 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 Allentown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Gilson's 81 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. Gregor Hawk | 162 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kevin Anbari | 125 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Brislin | 77 | Knee, Shoulder |
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