Dr. Todd Ludwig, M.D.
Dr. Todd Ludwig is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Flagstaff, Arizona. A Medicare provider since 2016, Dr. Ludwig has performed 36 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#45 in Arizona) and 32 knee replacements, for a combined total of 68 procedures.
In Arizona, Dr. Ludwig performs near average in hip (36 vs 37 avg), below average in knee (32 vs 49 avg).
Dr. Ludwig's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (36 cases) and knee replacements (32 cases).
Flagstaff is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Flagstaff area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Dr. Ludwig first appears in the Medicare dataset in 2022. With 2 years of recorded data, the longitudinal trend is still developing.
Among 4,526 hip replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Ludwig's 36 verified procedures is near the national average of 36.
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. Ludwig Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
Contact & Location
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Ludwig has 2 years of Medicare procedure data beginning in 2022. Additional years of data will provide a clearer picture of volume trends.
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. Ludwig
How does Dr. Ludwig's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Ludwig has performed 68 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 68 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Ludwig ranks #70 out of 193 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Ludwig perform?
Dr. Ludwig's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases) and knee replacement (32 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Ludwig in Flagstaff?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff 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. Ludwig 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. Ludwig's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 68 procedures shown here.
Does Dr. Ludwig perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Ludwig's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (36 cases), knee replacement (32 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ludwig affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Ludwig is affiliated with Kingman Regional Medical Center, Flagstaff Medical Center, Verde Valley Medical Center, Arizona Specialty Hospital.
How does Dr. Ludwig compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in Flagstaff, Dr. Ludwig ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Flagstaff has 163 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Ludwig practices?
Kingman Regional Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Flagstaff Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Verde Valley Medical Center (3 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 Flagstaff, Arizona
Dr. Ludwig's 68 Medicare procedures are below the Flagstaff average of 98. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Flagstaff.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Liam Bosch | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Amber Randall | 159 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Darius Moezzi | 149 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Bourck Cashmore | 105 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Gibson | 21 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Yuri Lewicky | 20 | Shoulder |
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