How do I contact Dr. Joseph Nelson?

You can contact Dr. Joseph Nelson at 480-909-3788. The practice is located at 3420 S Mercy Rd Ste 200 in Gilbert, Arizona.

What procedures does Dr. Joseph Nelson specialize in?

Dr. Joseph Nelson is an orthopedic surgeon in Gilbert, Arizona specializing in joint replacement procedures. Medicare data shows procedures performed including hip replacement, knee replacement.

How many Medicare procedures has Dr. Joseph Nelson performed?

According to Medicare data, Dr. Joseph Nelson has performed 71 joint replacement procedures. This represents Medicare fee-for-service cases and accounts for approximately 33-37% of all procedures nationwide.

What is Dr. Joseph Nelson's ranking in Arizona?

Dr. Joseph Nelson is ranked #63 overall in Arizona for orthopedic procedure volume based on Medicare data.

Does Dr. Joseph Nelson accept new patients?

To find out if Dr. Joseph Nelson is accepting new patients, please contact the office directly at 480-909-3788. Most orthopedic surgeons require a referral from your primary care physician.

Dr. Joseph Nelson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Joseph Nelson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gilbert, Arizona. In 2023, Dr. Nelson performed 40 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#36 in Arizona) and 31 knee replacements (#86 in Arizona), for a combined total of 71 procedures. All counts reflect Medicare fee-for-service cases, representing approximately 33–37% of total joint replacement volume nationwide.

Verified Medicare Cases (2023)

Hip Replacement

40 verified cases

#36 in Arizona

Knee Replacement

31 verified cases

#86 in Arizona

Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-2024)

Questions to Ask Dr. Nelson

This surgeon has high Medicare volume (71 verified cases). This indicates significant experience.

Recommended Script:

"Dr. Nelson, since you handle such high volume, what is your specific infection rate compared to the national average? Do you have a dedicated team for post-op recovery?"

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Contact & Location

📞 Phone: 480-909-3788

3420 S Mercy Rd Ste 200
Gilbert, AZ 85297

NPI: 1427438365

Credentials: MD

✅ Active Medicare provider (NPI verified)

📅 11 years of practice experience

🎓 Licensed MD

🏥 Licensed surgical specialist

🦴 Board-certified orthopedic surgeon

📞 Contact information available

Important: Rankings are based solely on Medicare procedure volume and do not reflect quality of care, patient outcomes, or procedures covered by private insurance. This data represents approximately 33-37% of all joint replacement procedures nationwide (63% of Medicare fee-for-service). Always consult with healthcare providers to make informed decisions about your care.

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Dr. Joseph Nelson, MD

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