Knee
Dr. Patricia Melvin, M.D.
Dr. Patricia Melvin is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2017, Dr. Melvin has performed 36 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #75 in Arizona.
In Arizona, Dr. Melvin performs below average in knee (36 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Melvin's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 36 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Scottsdale is home to 23 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Scottsdale area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Melvin first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2023. With 1 year of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Melvin's 36 verified procedures is near 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. Melvin Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Melvin
How does Dr. Melvin's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Melvin has performed 36 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. Melvin ranks #121 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Melvin perform?
Dr. Melvin's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 36 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Melvin in Scottsdale?
Yes. There are 23 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale 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. Melvin 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. Melvin's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 36 procedures shown here.
Which hospitals is Dr. Melvin affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Melvin is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center.
How does Dr. Melvin compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale, Dr. Melvin ranks #18 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Scottsdale has 327 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Melvin practices?
Banner Desert 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 Scottsdale, Arizona
Dr. Melvin's 36 Medicare procedures are below the Scottsdale average of 166. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Scottsdale.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bertrand Kaper | 327 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Matthew Russo | 281 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Perry Evangelista | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darrin Trask | 127 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Daniel Galat | 118 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Kavanaugh | 114 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
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