Dr. Liam Bosch, MD
Dr. Liam Bosch is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flagstaff, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Bosch has performed 93 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#21 in Arizona) and 70 hip replacements, for a combined total of 163 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Bosch performs above average in knee (93 vs 49 avg), above average in hip (70 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Bosch's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (93 cases) and hip replacements (70 cases).
Flagstaff is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Flagstaff area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Bosch first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bosch's 93 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 45.
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. Bosch Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bosch has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Bosch
How does Dr. Bosch's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Bosch has performed 163 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bosch ranks #15 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bosch perform?
Dr. Bosch's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases) and hip replacement (70 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bosch in Flagstaff?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff 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. Bosch 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. Bosch's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 163 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Bosch perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bosch's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (93 cases), hip replacement (70 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bosch affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bosch is affiliated with Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Redwood City. Dr. Bosch maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Bosch compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff, Dr. Bosch ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bosch has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bosch practices?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Redwood City (4 out of 5 CMS stars). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Flagstaff, Arizona
Dr. Bosch's 163 Medicare procedures are above the Flagstaff average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Flagstaff.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Amber Randall | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darius Moezzi | 149 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bourck Cashmore | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Todd Ludwig | 68 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Gibson | 21 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Yuri Lewicky | 20 | Shoulder |
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