Dr. Richard Bassett, DO
Dr. Richard Bassett is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Prescott, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Bassett has completed 136 knee replacements (#5 in Arizona), 106 hip replacements, and 11 shoulder replacements, totaling 253 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Bassett performs well above average in knee (136 vs 49 avg), well above average in hip (106 vs 37 avg), below average in shoulder (11 vs 30 avg).
Dr. Bassett performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (136 cases), followed by hip replacements (106) and shoulder replacements (11).
Prescott is home to 5 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Prescott area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Bassett extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 16 to 253 in the most recent data, a 1481% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Bassett's 136 verified procedures is more than 3x 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. Bassett Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Prescott, AZ 86301
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Bassett's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 1481% from 16 procedures in 2016 to 253 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. Bassett
How does Dr. Bassett's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Bassett has performed 253 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 3x the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Bassett ranks #3 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Bassett perform?
Dr. Bassett performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (136 cases), hip replacement (106 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
How experienced is Dr. Bassett with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Bassett ranks #5 in Arizona for knee replacement with 136 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 193 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Bassett in Prescott?
Yes. There are 5 orthopedic surgeons in Prescott 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. Bassett 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. Bassett's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 253 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Bassett's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Bassett's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 16 procedures in 2016 to 253 in the most recent data, a 1481% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 253 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Bassett perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Bassett's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (136 cases), hip replacement (106 cases), shoulder replacement (11 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Bassett among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bassett affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Bassett is affiliated with Yavapai Regional Medical Center, Arizona Specialty Hospital.
How does Dr. Bassett compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Prescott?
Among the 5 orthopedic surgeons in Prescott, Dr. Bassett ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Bassett has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Bassett practices?
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Arizona Specialty Hospital (hip/knee complication rate above national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Prescott, Arizona
Dr. Bassett's 253 Medicare procedures are above the Prescott average of 79. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Prescott.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bradley Williams | 55 | Knee |
| Dr. Judah Pifer | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Kyle Chun | 26 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Francisco Jaume | 12 | Hip |
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