Dr. Justin Woodruff, D.O.
Contact & Location
480-543-6700
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Dr. Woodruff performs more knee replacement procedures than 65% of orthopedic surgeons in Arizona, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #53 of 152 ranked knee surgeons in Arizona.
About Dr. Woodruff
Practice. Dr. Justin Woodruff is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Gilbert, Arizona. The latest annual CMS data records 50 knee replacements and 28 hip replacements, 78 procedures in all. That is #53 in Arizona for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2008.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2015 to 2024, 10 years. Volume rose from 34 procedures a year to 78, up 129%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 50 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. Gilbert has 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 13 | 21 |
| 2016 | 15 | 22 |
| 2017 | 22 | 30 |
| 2018 | 31 | 37 |
| 2019 | 23 | 38 |
| 2020 | 23 | 35 |
| 2021 | 26 | 33 |
| 2022 | 26 | 52 |
| 2023 | 25 | 60 |
| 2024 | 28 | 50 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Woodruff Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Woodruff's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 10 years, increasing 129% from 34 procedures in 2015 to 78 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.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Woodruff
How does Dr. Woodruff's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Woodruff has performed 78 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Woodruff ranks #59 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Woodruff perform?
Dr. Woodruff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Woodruff in Gilbert?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert 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. Woodruff represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Woodruff's total volume across all insurers at roughly 260 to 330 procedures against the 78 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Woodruff's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Woodruff's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 34 procedures in 2015 to 78 in the most recent data, a 129% increase over 10 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 85 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Woodruff perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Woodruff's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (50 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Woodruff affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Woodruff is affiliated with Banner Baywood Medical Center, Banner Ironwood Medical Center, Banner Ocotillo Medical Center.
How does Dr. Woodruff compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Gilbert, Dr. Woodruff ranks #6 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Gilbert has 193 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Woodruff practices?
Banner Baywood Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Banner Ironwood Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Banner Ocotillo Medical Center (2 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 Gilbert, Arizona
Dr. Woodruff's 78 Medicare procedures are below the Gilbert average of 121. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Gilbert.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Christopher Bryce | 193 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Maxwell Thomas | 170 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Steven Myerthall | 149 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Nelson | 93 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Earl Feng | 87 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dallyn Udall | 75 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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