Dr. Todd Phillips, M.D.
Contact & Location
866-974-2673
Mesa, AZ 85202
Houston, TX 77030
Dr. Phillips performs more shoulder replacement procedures than 95% of orthopedic surgeons in Arizona, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #3 of 62 ranked shoulder surgeons in Arizona.
About Dr. Phillips
Practice. Dr. Todd Phillips is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Mesa, Arizona. The latest annual CMS data records 70 shoulder replacements. That is #3 in Arizona for shoulder replacement. Dr. Phillips also holds credentials in Sports Medicine. A Medicare provider since 2019.
Trend. Dr. Phillips first appears in the Medicare data in 2024. With 1 year on record, the trend is still short.
National context. Among 2,217 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 70 procedures is more than 2x the national average of 29. That is #118 nationally.
Local context. Mesa has 7 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist. Dr. Phillips also holds hospital privileges in AZ and FL, a practice that extends beyond Arizona.
Verified Case Volume
Verified Medicare data is available for 1 year: 70 procedures in the most recent reporting year. A multi-year trend chart is shown once at least 3 years of data are available.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Phillips Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Arizona state average.
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 Shoulder Replacement
If you are considering shoulder replacement surgery, these evidence-based guides can help you prepare and recover:
Evidence-based exercises and lifestyle adjustments that can improve surgical outcomes and speed recovery when started weeks before your procedure.
Rehabilitation Roadmap: Your Complete Recovery GuideA structured physical therapy progression from the first post-op exercises through full strength and mobility restoration over 3 to 6 months.
Medicare Bundled Payment Programs for Joint ReplacementHow bundled payment models affect your joint replacement costs and care coordination, and what it means for hospital and surgeon selection.
Shoulder Replacement Recovery Overview
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but here is a general overview of what to expect after shoulder replacement surgery:
Individual recovery varies based on overall health, age, and adherence to physical therapy. View full shoulder replacement recovery guide and product recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Phillips
How does Dr. Phillips's procedure volume compare to other Arizona surgeons?
Dr. Phillips has performed 70 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Arizona average of 72 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Phillips ranks #71 out of 191 orthopedic surgeons in Arizona.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Phillips perform?
Dr. Phillips's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 70 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
How experienced is Dr. Phillips with shoulder replacement surgery?
Dr. Phillips ranks #3 in Arizona for shoulder replacement with 70 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 191 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Phillips in Mesa?
Yes. There are 7 orthopedic surgeons in Mesa 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. Phillips represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 29% to 37% for shoulder replacement, which puts Dr. Phillips's total volume across all insurers at roughly 190 to 240 procedures against the 70 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Which hospitals is Dr. Phillips affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Phillips is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, The Core Institute Specialty Hospital, West Boca Medical Center. Dr. Phillips maintains hospital privileges across state lines, indicating a practice that serves patients in multiple states.
How does Dr. Phillips compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Mesa?
Among the 7 orthopedic surgeons in Mesa, Dr. Phillips ranks #2 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Phillips is among the highest-volume surgeons in Mesa.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Phillips practices?
Banner Desert Medical Center (2 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); The Core Institute Specialty Hospital (hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); West Boca 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 Mesa, Arizona
Dr. Phillips's 70 Medicare procedures are above the Mesa average of 68. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Mesa.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Daniel Mullen | 190 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Joseph Scoggin | 65 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Amalia De Comas | 53 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian McWhorter | 52 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Duran | 36 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Andre Matthews | 13 | Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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