Dr. Gregory Tocks, D.O.
Contact & Location
Lancaster, PA 17601
Dr. Gregory Tocks is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Tocks has completed 61 hip replacements (#34 in Pennsylvania), 51 knee replacements, and 15 shoulder replacements, totaling 127 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Tocks performs above average in hip (61 vs 37 avg), near average in knee (51 vs 47 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Tocks performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (61 cases), followed by knee replacements (51) and shoulder replacements (15).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Tocks holds additional credentials in Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Lancaster is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lancaster area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Tocks extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 26 to 127 in the most recent data, a 388% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 4,532 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Tocks's 61 verified procedures is above the national average of 36.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Tocks Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Tocks's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 388% from 26 procedures in 2017 to 127 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. Tocks
How does Dr. Tocks's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Tocks has performed 127 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Tocks ranks #58 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Tocks perform?
Dr. Tocks performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (61 cases), knee replacement (51 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Tocks in Lancaster?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster 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. Tocks 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. Tocks's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 127 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Tocks's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Tocks's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 26 procedures in 2017 to 127 in the most recent data, a 388% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 127 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Tocks perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Tocks's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (61 cases), knee replacement (51 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Tocks among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tocks affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Tocks is affiliated with Lancaster General Hospital, Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital.
How does Dr. Tocks compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Lancaster, Dr. Tocks ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Tocks is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lancaster.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Tocks practices?
Lancaster General Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Wellspan Ephrata Community 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 Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Dr. Tocks's 127 Medicare procedures are above the Lancaster average of 113. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lancaster.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Thomas Renz | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Young Jee | 107 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Carl Becker | 104 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Christopher Cooke | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Poorman | 97 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Westphal | 88 | Hip, Knee |
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