Dr. Blake Obrock, D.O.
Contact & Location
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Dr. Blake Obrock is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flagstaff, Arizona. Dr. Obrock has performed 11 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #61 in Arizona.
In Arizona, Dr. Obrock performs below average in shoulder (11 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Obrock's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 11 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Flagstaff is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Flagstaff area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Obrock first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Obrock's 11 shoulder replacement procedures is below the national average of 29 among 2,213 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Obrock Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
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 Shoulder Replacement
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Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Obrock
How does Dr. Obrock's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Obrock has performed 11 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Obrock ranks #190 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Obrock perform?
Dr. Obrock's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 11 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Obrock in Flagstaff?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff 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 Arizona surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Obrock 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. Obrock's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 11 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Obrock affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Obrock is affiliated with Yavapai Regional Medical Center, Flagstaff Medical Center, Verde Valley Medical Center, Kingman Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Obrock compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff, Dr. Obrock ranks #9 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Flagstaff has 120 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Obrock practices?
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Flagstaff Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Verde Valley Medical Center (3 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 Flagstaff, Arizona
Dr. Obrock's 11 Medicare procedures are below the Flagstaff average of 57. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Flagstaff.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bourck Cashmore | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darius Moezzi | 118 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Todd Ludwig | 69 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Cody Martin | 28 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Gibson | 27 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Yuri Lewicky | 23 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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