Dr. Jacob Oldham
Dr. Jacob Oldham is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lakeside, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Oldham has completed 39 knee replacements (#66 in Arizona), 18 hip replacements, and 12 shoulder replacements, totaling 69 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Oldham performs below average in knee (39 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (18 vs 37 avg), below average in shoulder (12 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Oldham performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (39 cases), followed by hip replacements (18) and shoulder replacements (12).
Lakeside is home to 2 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lakeside area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Oldham extend back to 2015, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 14 to 69 in the most recent data, a 393% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Oldham's 39 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
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. Oldham Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Lakeside, AZ 85929
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Oldham's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 393% from 14 procedures in 2015 to 69 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. Oldham
How does Dr. Oldham's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Oldham has performed 69 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Oldham ranks #69 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Oldham perform?
Dr. Oldham performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (18 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Oldham in Lakeside?
Yes. There are 2 orthopedic surgeons in Lakeside 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. Oldham 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. Oldham's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 69 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Oldham's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Oldham's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 14 procedures in 2015 to 69 in the most recent data, a 393% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 69 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Oldham perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Oldham's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (39 cases), hip replacement (18 cases), shoulder replacement (12 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Oldham among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Oldham affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Oldham is affiliated with Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center, White Mountain Regional Medical Center.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Oldham practices?
Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center (4 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 Lakeside, Arizona
Dr. Oldham's 69 Medicare procedures are below the Lakeside average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lakeside.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jeffrey Reagan | 88 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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