Dr. Adam Ellison, M.D.
Dr. Adam Ellison is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Wasilla, Alaska. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Ellison has completed 32 knee replacements (#12 in Alaska), 20 hip replacements, and 15 shoulder replacements, totaling 67 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Alaska, Dr. Ellison performs near average in knee (32 vs 36 avg), below average in hip (20 vs 27 avg), below average in shoulder (15 vs 22 avg).
Dr. Ellison 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 (20) and shoulder replacements (15).
Wasilla is home to 4 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Wasilla area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Ellison extend back to 2014, covering 9 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 15 to 67 in the most recent data, a 347% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Ellison'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. Ellison Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alaska state average.
Contact & Location
Wasilla, AK 99654
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ellison's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 9 years, increasing 347% from 15 procedures in 2014 to 67 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. Ellison
How does Dr. Ellison's procedure volume compare to other Alaska surgeons?
Dr. Ellison has performed 67 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Alaska average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ellison ranks #7 out of 27 orthopedic surgeons in Alaska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ellison perform?
Dr. Ellison performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Ellison with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Ellison ranks #12 in Alaska for knee replacement with 32 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 27 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ellison in Wasilla?
Yes. There are 4 orthopedic surgeons in Wasilla 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 Alaska surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Ellison 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. Ellison's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 67 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Ellison's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Ellison's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 15 procedures in 2014 to 67 in the most recent data, a 347% increase over 9 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 67 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Ellison perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ellison's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (32 cases), hip replacement (20 cases), shoulder replacement (15 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Ellison among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ellison affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ellison is affiliated with Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, Bartlett Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Ellison compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Wasilla?
Among the 4 orthopedic surgeons in Wasilla, Dr. Ellison ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Ellison is among the highest-volume surgeons in Wasilla.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ellison practices?
Mat-Su Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Bartlett Regional Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Wasilla, Alaska
Dr. Ellison's 67 Medicare procedures are above the Wasilla average of 62. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Wasilla.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Gregory Strohmeyer | 76 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Montano | 58 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Haggerty | 48 | Shoulder |
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