Dr. Judah Pifer, M.D.
Dr. Judah Pifer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Prescott, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2007, Dr. Pifer has performed 29 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#94 in Arizona) and 19 hip replacements, for a combined total of 48 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Pifer performs below average in knee (29 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (19 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Pifer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (29 cases) and hip replacements (19 cases).
Prescott is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Prescott area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Pifer extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 22 to 48 in the most recent data, a 118% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Pifer's 29 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. Pifer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Prescott, AZ 86305
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Pifer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 118% from 22 procedures in 2016 to 48 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. Pifer
How does Dr. Pifer's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Pifer has performed 48 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. Pifer ranks #95 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Pifer perform?
Dr. Pifer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases) and hip replacement (19 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Pifer in Prescott?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Prescott 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. Pifer 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. Pifer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 48 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Pifer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Pifer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 22 procedures in 2016 to 48 in the most recent data, a 118% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 50 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Pifer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Pifer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (29 cases), hip replacement (19 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Pifer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Pifer is affiliated with Yavapai Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Pifer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Prescott?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Prescott, Dr. Pifer ranks #3 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Pifer is among the highest-volume surgeons in Prescott.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Pifer practices?
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (2 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 Prescott, Arizona
Dr. Pifer's 48 Medicare procedures are below the Prescott average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Prescott.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Richard Bassett | 253 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bradley Williams | 55 | Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Chun | 26 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Francisco Jaume | 12 | Hip |
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