Dr. Mark Caylor, MD
Contact & Location
Anchorage, AK 99503
Dr. Mark Caylor is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Anchorage, Alaska. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Caylor has performed 50 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#8 in Alaska) and 12 hip replacements, for a combined total of 62 procedures.
In Alaska, Dr. Caylor performs near average in knee (50 vs 45 avg), below average in hip (12 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Caylor's practice is heavily focused on knee replacement surgery, which accounts for 81% of reported Medicare volume.
Anchorage is home to 18 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Anchorage area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Caylor extend back to 2013, covering 4 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 13 to 62 in the most recent data, a 377% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Caylor's 50 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Caylor Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Alaska state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Caylor's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 4 years, increasing 377% from 13 procedures in 2013 to 62 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. Caylor
How does Dr. Caylor's procedure volume compare to other Alaska surgeons?
Dr. Caylor has performed 62 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Alaska average of 67 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Caylor ranks #11 out of 27 orthopedic surgeons in Alaska.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Caylor perform?
Dr. Caylor's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (12 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Caylor with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Caylor ranks #8 in Alaska for knee replacement with 50 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 27 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Caylor in Anchorage?
Yes. There are 18 orthopedic surgeons in Anchorage 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. Caylor 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. Caylor's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 62 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Caylor's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Caylor's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 13 procedures in 2013 to 62 in the most recent data, a 377% increase over 4 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 62 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Caylor perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Caylor's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (12 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Caylor affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Caylor is affiliated with Providence Alaska Medical Center, Alaska Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Caylor compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Anchorage?
Among the 18 orthopedic surgeons in Anchorage, Dr. Caylor ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Anchorage has 229 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Caylor practices?
Providence Alaska Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Alaska Regional Hospital (2 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 Anchorage, Alaska
Dr. Caylor's 62 Medicare procedures are below the Anchorage average of 143. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Anchorage.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryan Haughom | 229 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Sparks | 213 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Douglas Prevost | 165 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Thomas Paynter | 140 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Tucker Drury | 104 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Ian Brimhall | 89 | Hip, Knee |
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