Dr. Nathan Moore, D.O.
Dr. Nathan Moore is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Goodyear, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Moore has performed 81 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#26 in Arizona) and 28 hip replacements, for a combined total of 109 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Moore performs above average in knee (81 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (28 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Moore's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (81 cases) and hip replacements (28 cases).
Beyond general orthopedic surgery, Dr. Moore holds additional credentials in Surgery, reflecting subspecialty training that may benefit patients with complex joint conditions.
Dr. Moore is the only orthopedic surgeon in Goodyear represented in the current Medicare dataset, serving as the primary local option for patients considering joint replacement surgery in the area.
Medicare records for Dr. Moore extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 109 in the most recent data, a 808% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Moore's 81 verified procedures is above 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. Moore Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Goodyear, AZ 85338
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Moore's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 808% from 12 procedures in 2016 to 109 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. Moore
How does Dr. Moore's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Moore has performed 109 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is significantly above the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Moore ranks #42 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Moore perform?
Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases) and hip replacement (28 cases).
Where is Dr. Moore's practice located?
Dr. Moore practices in Goodyear, Arizona. The office is located at 140 N Litchfield Rd Ste 110, Goodyear, AZ 85338. Patients in the surrounding area can consult Dr. Moore for joint replacement evaluation.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Moore 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. Moore's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 109 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Moore's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Moore's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2016 to 109 in the most recent data, a 808% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 130 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Moore perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Moore's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (81 cases), hip replacement (28 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Moore affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Moore is affiliated with Wickenburg Community Hospital, Abrazo West Campus, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Moore practices?
Abrazo West Campus (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Abrazo Arrowhead Campus (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.
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