Dr. Brent Anderson, DO
Contact & Location
Prescott, AZ 86301
Dr. Brent Anderson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Prescott, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Anderson has performed 23 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#74 in Arizona) and 22 knee replacements, for a combined total of 45 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Anderson performs below average in hip (23 vs 40 avg), below average in knee (22 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Anderson's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (23 cases) and knee replacements (22 cases).
Prescott is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Prescott 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 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Anderson's 23 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 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.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Anderson has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2023. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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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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 45 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. Anderson ranks #111 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Anderson perform?
Dr. Anderson's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (23 cases) and knee replacement (22 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Anderson in Prescott?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Prescott 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 45 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 (23 cases), knee replacement (22 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 Prescott?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Prescott, Dr. Anderson ranks #4 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Prescott has 258 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 Prescott, Arizona
Dr. Anderson's 45 Medicare procedures are below the Prescott average of 84. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Prescott.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Richard Bassett | 258 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Judah Pifer | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bradley Williams | 49 | Knee |
| Dr. John Wheeler | 13 | Shoulder |
Patient Resources & Verification
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