Dr. Bradley Norris, D.O.
Contact & Location
520-882-0696
Tucson, AZ 85745
Tucson, AZ 85745
Dr. Norris performs more knee replacement procedures than 25% of orthopedic surgeons in Arizona, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #113 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Arizona.
About Dr. Norris
Practice. Dr. Bradley Norris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Tucson, Arizona. The latest annual CMS data records 21 knee replacements. That is #113 in Arizona for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2010.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2019 to 2024, 6 years. Volume rose from 12 procedures a year to 21, up 75%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 21 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Tucson has 27 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 21 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Norris Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Norris's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 6 years, increasing 75% from 12 procedures in 2019 to 21 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Norris
How does Dr. Norris's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Norris has performed 21 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. Norris ranks #155 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Norris perform?
Dr. Norris's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 21 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Norris in Tucson?
Yes. There are 27 orthopedic surgeons in Tucson 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. Norris represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, which puts Dr. Norris's total volume across all insurers at roughly 80 to 90 procedures against the 21 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Norris's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Norris's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2019 to 21 in the most recent data, a 75% increase over 6 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 30 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Norris affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Norris is affiliated with Oro Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Norris compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Tucson?
Among the 27 orthopedic surgeons in Tucson, Dr. Norris ranks #25 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Tucson has 213 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Norris practices?
Oro Valley Hospital (3 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 Tucson, Arizona
Dr. Norris's 21 Medicare procedures are below the Tucson average of 145. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Tucson.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Russell Cohen | 213 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Miller | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Wild | 169 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. John Maltry | 160 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Edward Petrow | 145 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Chad Hills | 135 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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