Dr. Jeffrey Gillette, D.O.
Contact & Location
Scranton, PA 18508
Dr. Jeffrey Gillette is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scranton, Pennsylvania. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Gillette has completed 28 hip replacements (#107 in Pennsylvania), 21 knee replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 60 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Gillette performs below average in hip (28 vs 37 avg), below average in knee (21 vs 47 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Gillette performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is hip replacements (28 cases), followed by knee replacements (21) and shoulder replacements (11).
Scranton is home to 9 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 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 60 in the most recent data, a 400% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Gillette's 28 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Gillette Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gillette's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 400% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 60 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 60 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Pennsylvania average of 66 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gillette ranks #138 out of 376 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gillette perform?
Dr. Gillette performs all three major joint replacement procedures: hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gillette in Scranton?
Yes. There are 9 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 60 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 60 in the most recent data, a 400% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 60 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Gillette perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gillette's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (28 cases), knee replacement (21 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Gillette among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
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 9 orthopedic surgeons in Scranton, Dr. Gillette ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Gillette is among the highest-volume surgeons in Scranton.
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 60 Medicare procedures are at the Scranton average of 60. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scranton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Mercuri | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Mirza Shahid Baig | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kevin Colleran | 60 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Theodore Tomaszewski | 57 | Knee |
| Dr. Ryan Sutton | 50 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Doherty | 42 | Hip, Knee |
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