Dr. George Gill, M.D.
Contact & Location
940-626-2410
Decatur, TX 76234
Dr. Gill performs more knee replacement procedures than 67% of orthopedic surgeons in Texas, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #159 of 489 ranked knee surgeons in Texas.
About Dr. Gill
Practice. Dr. George Gill is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Decatur, Texas. The latest annual CMS data records 42 knee replacements and 13 hip replacements, 55 procedures in all. That is #159 in Texas for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2020 to 2024, 5 years. Volume rose from 13 procedures a year to 55, up 323%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 42 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Decatur has 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 13 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 11 | 14 |
| 2022 | 0 | 27 | 0 |
| 2023 | 16 | 32 | 11 |
| 2024 | 13 | 42 | 0 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Gill Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gill's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 5 years, increasing 323% from 13 procedures in 2020 to 55 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Gill
How does Dr. Gill's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Gill has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 57 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gill ranks #207 out of 582 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gill perform?
Dr. Gill's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and hip replacement (13 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Gill in Decatur?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Decatur 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 Texas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Gill represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Gill's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 230 procedures against the 55 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Gill's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gill's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2020 to 55 in the most recent data, a 323% increase over 5 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 59 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Gill perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Gill's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases), hip replacement (13 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gill affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Gill is affiliated with Medical City Denton.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Gill practices?
Medical City Denton (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 Decatur, Texas
Dr. Gill's 55 Medicare procedures are above the Decatur average of 44. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Decatur.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Achilike | 32 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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