Knee
Dr. David Richardson, MD
Dr. David Richardson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Globe, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2013, Dr. Richardson has performed 16 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #127 in Arizona.
In Arizona, Dr. Richardson performs below average in knee (16 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Richardson's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 16 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Dr. Richardson is the only orthopedic surgeon in Globe represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Dr. Richardson first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Dr. Richardson's 16 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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. Richardson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Globe, AZ 85501
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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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Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full knee replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Richardson
How does Dr. Richardson's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Richardson has performed 16 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. Richardson ranks #166 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Richardson perform?
Dr. Richardson's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 16 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Where is Dr. Richardson's practice located?
Dr. Richardson practices in Globe, Arizona. The office is located at 5880 S Hospital Dr, Globe, AZ 85501. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Richardson for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 16 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richardson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Richardson is affiliated with Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Richardson practices?
Cobre Valley Regional 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.
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