Dr. Justin Butler, DO
Contact & Location
Phoenix, AZ 85037
Dr. Justin Butler is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Butler has performed 40 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#66 in Arizona) and 38 hip replacements, for a combined total of 78 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Butler performs near average in knee (40 vs 49 avg), near average in hip (38 vs 40 avg).
Dr. Butler's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (40 cases) and hip replacements (38 cases).
Phoenix is home to 51 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Phoenix area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Butler first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2024. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Butler's 40 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Butler Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Butler
How does Dr. Butler's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Butler has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Butler ranks #58 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Butler perform?
Dr. Butler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases) and hip replacement (38 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Butler in Phoenix?
Yes. There are 51 orthopedic surgeons in Phoenix 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. Butler 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. Butler's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 78 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Butler perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Butler's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (40 cases), hip replacement (38 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Butler affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Butler is affiliated with The Core Institute Specialty Hospital, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Banner Estrella Medical Center.
How does Dr. Butler compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Phoenix?
Among the 51 orthopedic surgeons in Phoenix, Dr. Butler ranks #15 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Phoenix has 234 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Butler practices?
The Core Institute Specialty Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Banner Estrella 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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Phoenix, Arizona
Dr. Butler's 78 Medicare procedures are below the Phoenix average of 145. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Phoenix.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Steven Werner | 234 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Christina Khoury | 152 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Hattrup | 147 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Wilmink | 144 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kenneth Schmidt | 135 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Lige Kaplan | 128 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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