Dr. Joshua Bingham, MD
Contact & Location
480-301-8000
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
About Dr. Bingham
Dr. Joshua Bingham is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2012, Dr. Bingham performed 35 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#76 in Arizona) and 24 hip replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 59 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Bingham performs below the state average in knee (35 vs 49), below the state average in hip (24 vs 40).
Dr. Bingham's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (35 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
Scottsdale is home to 22 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Scottsdale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bingham's Medicare data spans 6 years, beginning in 2019. Volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2019 before settling at 59 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Dr. Bingham's 35 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,599 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
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 | 60 | 55 |
| 2020 | 46 | 39 |
| 2021 | 51 | 43 |
| 2022 | 59 | 54 |
| 2023 | 35 | 60 |
| 2024 | 24 | 35 |
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. Bingham Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bingham's recorded volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2019 and stood at 59 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Bingham
How does Dr. Bingham's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Bingham has performed 59 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bingham ranks #93 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bingham perform?
Dr. Bingham's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bingham in Scottsdale?
Yes. There are 22 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale 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. Bingham 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. Bingham's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 59 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bingham's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Bingham's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 115 procedures in 2019 and was 59 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Bingham perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bingham's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (35 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bingham affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bingham is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital.
How does Dr. Bingham compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale?
Among the 22 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale, Dr. Bingham ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Scottsdale has 377 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bingham practices?
Mayo Clinic Hospital (5 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 Scottsdale, Arizona
Dr. Bingham's 59 Medicare procedures are below the Scottsdale average of 199. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scottsdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Timothy Kavanaugh | 377 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Bertrand Kaper | 283 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Russo | 241 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Perry Evangelista | 165 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darrin Trask | 147 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Galat | 118 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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