Dr. Steven Anderson, DO
Contact & Location
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Dr. Steven Anderson is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2009, Dr. Anderson has completed 51 knee replacements (#50 in Arizona), 31 hip replacements, and 19 shoulder replacements, totaling 101 Medicare-verified procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Anderson performs near average in knee (51 vs 49 avg), below average in hip (31 vs 40 avg), below average in shoulder (19 vs 31 avg).
Dr. Anderson performs all three major joint replacement procedures — hip, knee, and shoulder — indicating a broad scope of orthopedic practice. The largest share is knee replacements (51 cases), followed by hip replacements (31) and shoulder replacements (19).
Lake Havasu City is home to 3 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Lake Havasu City area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Anderson extend back to 2017, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 33 to 101 in the most recent data, a 206% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,599 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Anderson's 51 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
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. Anderson Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Anderson's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 206% from 33 procedures in 2017 to 101 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. Anderson
How does Dr. Anderson's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Anderson has performed 101 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Anderson ranks #45 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Anderson perform?
Dr. Anderson performs all three major joint replacement procedures: knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases). This breadth indicates a comprehensive orthopedic joint replacement practice.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Anderson in Lake Havasu City?
Yes. There are 3 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Havasu City 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. Anderson 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. Anderson's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 101 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Anderson's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Anderson's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 33 procedures in 2017 to 101 in the most recent data, a 206% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 106 procedures in 2022.
Does Dr. Anderson perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Anderson's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (31 cases), shoulder replacement (19 cases). Performing all three major joint replacements places Dr. Anderson among the 5% of orthopedic surgeons nationally who cover hip, knee, and shoulder arthroplasty.
Which hospitals is Dr. Anderson affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Havasu Regional Medical Center, La Paz Regional Hospital, Western Arizona Regional Medical Center.
How does Dr. Anderson compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Lake Havasu City?
Among the 3 orthopedic surgeons in Lake Havasu City, Dr. Anderson ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Anderson is among the highest-volume surgeons in Lake Havasu City.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Anderson practices?
Havasu Regional Medical Center (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); La Paz Regional Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Western Arizona Regional Medical Center (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.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Dr. Anderson's 101 Medicare procedures are above the Lake Havasu City average of 99. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Lake Havasu City.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Heiner | 177 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Theron Tilgner | 20 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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