Dr. Jeffrey Gillette, D.O.
Dr. Jeffrey Gillette is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gillette has performed 24 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#209 in Pennsylvania) and 16 hip replacements, for a combined total of 40 procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Gillette performs below average in knee (24 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Gillette's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (24 cases) and hip replacements (16 cases).
Scranton is home to 6 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Scranton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gillette extend back to 2016, covering 7 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 40 in the most recent data, a 233% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Gillette's 24 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Gillette Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Scranton, PA 18508
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gillette's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 233% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 40 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. Gillette
How does Dr. Gillette's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Gillette has performed 40 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Gillette ranks #212 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gillette perform?
Dr. Gillette's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases) and hip replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gillette in Scranton?
Yes. There are 6 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton 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. Gillette 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. Gillette's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 40 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gillette's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gillette's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2016 to 40 in the most recent data, a 233% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 40 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Gillette perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gillette's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (24 cases), hip replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gillette affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gillette is affiliated with Geisinger Community Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center.
How does Dr. Gillette compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scranton?
Among the 6 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton, Dr. Gillette ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Scranton has 81 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gillette practices?
Geisinger Community Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center (4 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 Scranton, Pennsylvania
Dr. Gillette's 40 Medicare procedures are below the Scranton average of 60. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scranton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Kevin Colleran | 81 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. John Mercuri | 73 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Doherty | 66 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mirza Shahid Baig | 54 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Theodore Tomaszewski | 44 | Knee |
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