Dr. Brent Anderson, D.O.
Contact & Location
Gilbert, AZ 85297
Dr. Brent Anderson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gilbert, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Anderson has performed 16 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#85 in Arizona) and 14 knee replacements, for a combined total of 30 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Anderson performs below average in hip (16 vs 37 avg), below average in knee (14 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Anderson's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (16 cases) and knee replacements (14 cases).
Gilbert is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Gilbert area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Anderson first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Anderson's 16 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,526 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. Anderson 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 Hip Replacement
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Medicare Coverage for Joint ReplacementWhat Medicare Part A and Part B cover for joint replacement surgery, including hospital stays, surgeon fees, anesthesia, and physical therapy.
Hip Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Anderson
How does Dr. Anderson's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Anderson has performed 30 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Arizona average is 68 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Anderson ranks #132 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Anderson perform?
Dr. Anderson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases) and knee replacement (14 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Anderson in Gilbert?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert 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. Anderson 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. Anderson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 30 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Anderson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Anderson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (16 cases), knee replacement (14 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Anderson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Yavapai Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Anderson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert, Dr. Anderson ranks #14 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gilbert has 200 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Anderson practices?
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (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 Gilbert, Arizona
Dr. Anderson's 30 Medicare procedures are below the Gilbert average of 123. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gilbert.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Maxwell Thomas | 200 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christopher Bryce | 176 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Myerthall | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kipling Sharpe | 117 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Earl Feng | 86 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Justin Woodruff | 85 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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