Question 1

How many orthopedic surgeons are ranked in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

Our Alaska directory includes 27 orthopedic surgeons who performed a combined 1,802 Medicare joint replacement procedures. These surgeons are ranked by verified Medicare procedure volume across hip, knee, and shoulder replacements, providing transparent data to help patients compare experience levels.

Question 2

Who is the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

Bryan D Haughom, MD in Anchorage is currently the highest-volume orthopedic surgeon in Alaska with 229 Medicare procedures. High procedure volume is associated with better patient outcomes, fewer complications, and shorter recovery times according to orthopedic research.

Question 3

Which cities in Alaska have the most orthopedic surgeons?

Accepted Answer

The top cities for orthopedic surgery in Alaska are: Anchorage (18 surgeons), Wasilla (4 surgeons), Fairbanks (3 surgeons), Soldotna (1 surgeons), Juneau (1 surgeons). Alaska has orthopedic surgeons practicing across 5 cities statewide. Urban medical centers tend to have higher surgeon concentrations and access to advanced surgical technology.

Question 4

What types of joint replacement procedures are performed in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

Alaska orthopedic surgeons performed 1,046 knee replacements, 516 hip replacements, and 240 shoulder replacements based on Medicare data. Knee replacement is the most common joint replacement procedure nationwide. Many Alaska surgeons also offer minimally invasive techniques and robotic-assisted surgery for improved precision and faster recovery.

Question 5

How do I choose the best orthopedic surgeon in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

Key factors to consider when choosing an orthopedic surgeon in Alaska: (1) Medicare procedure volume — higher volume correlates with better outcomes; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings and accreditation; (5) Patient satisfaction scores; (6) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery; (7) Proximity to your home for follow-up appointments.

Question 6

Does Medicare cover joint replacement surgery in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary joint replacement surgery in Alaska, including hip, knee, and shoulder replacements. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll typically pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 27 surgeons in our Alaska rankings accept Medicare.

Question 7

What is the average cost of joint replacement in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

For Medicare beneficiaries in Alaska, out-of-pocket costs for joint replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Total costs vary by procedure type, hospital vs. outpatient surgery center, and your specific Medicare plan. Hip and knee replacements are increasingly performed as outpatient procedures, which can reduce costs. All ranked Alaska surgeons accept Medicare assignment.

Question 8

How is surgeon ranking data verified for Alaska?

Accepted Answer

Our Alaska surgeon rankings are based on CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) public datasets, which track every Medicare-billed procedure by provider NPI number. This data is independently verified by the federal government and represents the most comprehensive publicly available source for surgeon procedure volumes. Rankings are updated annually when new CMS data is published.

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Bryan D Haughom, MD

Bradley L Sparks, MD

Douglas Prevost, M.D.

Thomas B Paynter, MD

Tucker A Drury, MD

Michael L Reyes, MD

Ian K Brimhall, DO

Elisha T Powell, MD

Neal Everson, D.O.

Jeffrey S Moore, MD

Mark T Caylor, MD

Gregory C Strohmeyer, M.D.

Deryk S Anderson, D.O.

Adam C Ellison, M.D.

Michael Montano, M.D.

Ryan T Moore, M.D.

Charles J Haggerty, M.D.

Owen L Ala, MD

Lars E Matkin, MD

Erik Woelber

Daniel J Cepela

Jason R Gray, M.D.

Stephen S Tower, MD

Doug A Vermillion, MD

John E Lapkass, MD

Gary I Molk, D.O.

Mark A Wade, MD

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