Dr. George Gill, MD
Dr. George Gill is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Decatur, Texas. Dr. Gill has completed 32 knee replacements (#226 in Texas), 16 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 59 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Texas, Dr. Gill performs below average in knee (32 vs 41 avg), below average in hip (16 vs 30 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 26 avg).
Dr. Gill performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (32 cases), followed by hip replacements (16) and shoulder replacements (11).
Decatur is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Decatur area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Gill extend back to 2020, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 59 in the most recent data, a 354% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Gill's 32 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. Gill Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Texas state average.
Contact & Location
Decatur, TX 76234
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Gill's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 354% from 13 procedures in 2020 to 59 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. Gill
How does Dr. Gill's procedure volume compare to other Texas surgeons?
Dr. Gill has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Texas average of 56 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Gill ranks #183 out of 573 orthopedic surgeons in Texas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Gill perform?
Dr. Gill performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
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 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. Gill's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Gill's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Gill's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2020 to 59 in the most recent data, a 354% increase over 4 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 (32 cases), hip replacement (16 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Gill among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
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 59 Medicare procedures are above the Decatur average of 38. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Decatur.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. John Ribeiro | 16 | Knee |
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