Dr. Daniel Heiner, MD
Contact & Location
928-505-5555
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
About Dr. Heiner
Dr. Daniel Heiner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Heiner completed 100 knee replacements (#16 in Arizona), 40 hip replacements, and 37 shoulder replacements in the latest annual CMS data, totaling 177 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Heiner performs well above the state average in knee (100 vs 49), near the state average in hip (40 vs 40), near the state average in shoulder (37 vs 31).
Dr. Heiner performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (100 cases), followed by hip replacements (40) and shoulder replacements (37).
Lake Havasu City is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lake Havasu City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Heiner extend back to 2013, covering 12 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 122 to 177 in the most recent data, a 45% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Heiner's 100 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement | Shoulder Replacement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 29 | 93 | 0 |
| 2014 | 33 | 103 | 0 |
| 2015 | 35 | 77 | 0 |
| 2016 | 31 | 99 | 30 |
| 2017 | 32 | 105 | 25 |
| 2018 | 28 | 119 | 46 |
| 2019 | 43 | 117 | 56 |
| 2020 | 33 | 80 | 37 |
| 2021 | 44 | 79 | 49 |
| 2022 | 44 | 75 | 44 |
| 2023 | 30 | 107 | 40 |
| 2024 | 40 | 100 | 37 |
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. Heiner Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Heiner's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 12 years, increasing 45% from 122 procedures in 2013 to 177 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. Heiner
How does Dr. Heiner's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Heiner has performed 177 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Heiner ranks #12 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Heiner perform?
Dr. Heiner performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (100 cases), hip replacement (40 cases), shoulder replacement (37 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Heiner with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Heiner ranks #16 in Arizona for knee replacement with 100 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 191 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Heiner in Lake Havasu City?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Havasu City 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. Heiner 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. Heiner's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 177 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Heiner's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Heiner's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 122 procedures in 2013 to 177 in the most recent data, a 45% increase over 12 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 216 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Heiner perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Heiner's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (100 cases), hip replacement (40 cases), shoulder replacement (37 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Heiner among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Heiner affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Heiner is affiliated with Havasu Regional Medical Center, Kingman Regional Medical Center, La Paz Regional Hospital.
How does Dr. Heiner compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lake Havasu City?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Havasu City, Dr. Heiner ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Heiner has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Heiner practices?
Havasu Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Kingman Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); La Paz Regional Hospital (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 Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Dr. Heiner's 177 Medicare procedures are above the Lake Havasu City average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lake Havasu City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Anderson | 101 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Theron Tilgner | 20 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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