Dr. David Burk, M.D.
Contact & Location
602-406-3400
Glendale, AZ 85307
Dr. Burk performs more knee replacement procedures than 46% of orthopedic surgeons in Arizona, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #82 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Arizona.
About Dr. Burk
Practice. Dr. David Burk is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Glendale, Arizona. The latest annual CMS data records 34 knee replacements and 32 hip replacements, 66 procedures in all. That is #82 in Arizona for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2012.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2022 to 2024, 3 years. Volume rose from 22 procedures a year to 66, up 200%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 34 procedures is below the national average of 45. Medicare covers part of all joint replacements, so true volume is likely higher.
Local context. Glendale has 3 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 | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 22 |
| 2023 | 18 | 19 |
| 2024 | 32 | 34 |
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, 25% to 33% for hip 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. Burk Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Burk's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 200% from 22 procedures in 2022 to 66 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. Burk
How does Dr. Burk's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Burk has performed 66 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Burk ranks #77 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Burk perform?
Dr. Burk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and hip replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Burk in Glendale?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Glendale 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. Burk 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, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Burk's total volume across all insurers at roughly 220 to 280 procedures against the 66 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. Burk's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Burk's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2022 to 66 in the most recent data, a 200% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 66 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Burk perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Burk's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), hip replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Burk affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Burk is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center. Dr. Burk maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Burk compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Glendale?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Glendale, Dr. Burk ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Burk is among the highest-volume surgeons in Glendale.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Burk practices?
Presbyterian Hospital (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Presbyterian Santa Fe 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 Glendale, Arizona
Dr. Burk's 66 Medicare procedures are below the Glendale average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Glendale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Brent Hansen | 77 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Delbert Maddox | 62 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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