Dr. Sherwood Duhon, MD
Dr. Sherwood Duhon is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Scottsdale, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2005, Dr. Duhon has performed 55 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#53 in Arizona) and 24 hip replacements, for a combined total of 79 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Duhon performs near average in knee (55 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (24 vs 37 avg).
Dr. Duhon's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (55 cases) and hip replacements (24 cases).
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. Duhon's Medicare data spans 11 years, beginning in 2013. Volume peaked at 232 procedures in 2019 before settling at 79 in the most recent data. Changes in Medicare reporting, payer mix shifts, or practice focus adjustments can all influence year-to-year volume.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Duhon's 55 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. Duhon Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Duhon's recorded volume peaked at 232 procedures in 2019 and stood at 79 in the most recent data. Year-to-year variation can reflect changes in payer mix, practice scope, or Medicare billing patterns.
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. Duhon
How does Dr. Duhon's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Duhon has performed 79 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Duhon ranks #62 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Duhon perform?
Dr. Duhon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases) and hip replacement (24 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Duhon 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. Duhon 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. Duhon's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 79 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Duhon's procedure volume changed over time?
Dr. Duhon's Medicare-recorded volume peaked at 232 procedures in 2019 and was 79 in the most recent data. Volume fluctuations can reflect changes in payer mix, practice focus, or Medicare reporting rather than a change in overall surgical activity.
Does Dr. Duhon perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Duhon's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (55 cases), hip replacement (24 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Duhon affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Duhon is affiliated with Arizona Specialty Hospital.
How does Dr. Duhon compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale?
Among the 23 orthopedic surgeons in Scottsdale, Dr. Duhon ranks #11 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. Duhon practices?
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 Scottsdale, Arizona
Dr. Duhon's 79 Medicare procedures are below the Scottsdale average of 172. 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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