Who is the top-ranked knee replacement surgeon in Arizona?

Russell Cohen in Tucson is the highest-volume knee replacement surgeon in Arizona with 161 Medicare procedures. Our rankings list 25 Arizona surgeons by verified Medicare procedure volume. High-volume surgeons are associated with better outcomes and fewer complications.

How many knee replacement surgeons are in Arizona?

Arizona has 25 orthopedic surgeons who perform knee replacement, with a combined 2,927 Medicare procedures. The average surgeon in our Arizona knee replacement rankings performs 117 procedures annually. Top cities include Tucson, Scottsdale, Gilbert.

What is the average cost of knee replacement in Arizona?

For Medicare beneficiaries in Arizona, out-of-pocket costs for knee replacement typically range from $1,500-$4,500 after meeting your deductible. Costs depend on your hospital choice, whether you have outpatient vs. inpatient surgery, and your specific Medicare plan. Many knee replacements are now performed as outpatient procedures, reducing costs.

Does Medicare cover knee replacement surgery in Arizona?

Yes, Medicare Part A and Part B cover medically necessary knee replacement surgery in Arizona. Coverage includes the surgery, hospital stay, anesthesia, physical therapy, and durable medical equipment. You'll pay 20% coinsurance after meeting your Part B deductible. All 25 Arizona surgeons in our rankings accept Medicare assignment.

How do I choose the right knee replacement surgeon in Arizona?

Compare Arizona knee replacement surgeons by: (1) Medicare procedure volume — the top surgeon in Arizona performs 161 procedures; (2) Board certification in orthopedic surgery; (3) Fellowship training in joint replacement; (4) Hospital quality ratings; (5) Use of modern techniques like robotic-assisted surgery (Mako, ROSA); (6) Proximity to your home.

What is the recovery time for knee replacement?

Most patients walk with assistance the same day or day after knee replacement surgery. Return to normal activities typically takes 6-12 weeks. Physical therapy starts immediately and continues for 8-12 weeks. Many Arizona surgeons use rapid recovery protocols and robotic-assisted techniques that can speed healing and improve outcomes.

Why does surgeon procedure volume matter for knee replacement?

Medical research consistently shows that high-volume knee replacement surgeons achieve better patient outcomes. Studies published in the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery found that surgeons performing 200+ procedures annually have lower complication rates, fewer revision surgeries, and higher patient satisfaction. Our Arizona rankings use verified Medicare data to help you identify the most experienced surgeons.

Which cities in Arizona have the best knee replacement surgeons?

The top cities for knee replacement surgery in Arizona include Tucson, Scottsdale, Gilbert. These cities have the highest concentration of experienced knee replacement surgeons based on Medicare procedure volume data. We provide city-specific rankings to help you find qualified surgeons near you.

25 Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in Arizona

1

State Rank

NPI: 1700887460

Russell Cohen

Tucson

AZ

161

Verified Cases

1700887460

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

2

State Rank

NPI: 1710277744

Matthew Russo

Scottsdale

AZ

150

Verified Cases

1710277744

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

3

State Rank

NPI: 1164497723

Bertrand Kaper

Scottsdale

AZ

146

Verified Cases

1164497723

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

4

State Rank

NPI: 1891736435

Daniel Mullen

Mesa

AZ

145

Verified Cases

1891736435

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

5

State Rank

NPI: 1659306975

Edward Prince, M.D

St George

UT

Also practices here via Page Hospital

138

Verified Cases

1659306975

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

6

State Rank

NPI: 1245473537

Richard Bassett

Prescott

AZ

136

Verified Cases

1245473537

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

7

State Rank

NPI: 1669429320

Martin Benoit

Peoria

AZ

136

Verified Cases

1669429320

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

8

State Rank

NPI: 1700099553

Christopher Bryce

Gilbert

AZ

136

Verified Cases

1700099553

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

9

State Rank

NPI: 1295990471

Steven Werner

Phoenix

AZ

121

Verified Cases

1295990471

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

10

State Rank

NPI: 1114005253

Michael Miller

Tucson

AZ

120

Verified Cases

1114005253

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

11

State Rank

NPI: 1992937189

Michael Sumko

Tempe

AZ

120

Verified Cases

1992937189

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

12

State Rank

NPI: 1134120728

Kevin Bowers

Oro Valley

AZ

119

Verified Cases

1134120728

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

13

State Rank

NPI: 1619181856

John Wild

Tucson

AZ

116

Verified Cases

1619181856

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

14

State Rank

NPI: 1841270873

Daniel Heiner

Lake Havasu City

AZ

107

Verified Cases

1841270873

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

15

State Rank

NPI: 1609851310

Henry Clarke

Phoenix

AZ

106

Verified Cases

1609851310

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

16

State Rank

NPI: 1700860996

Darius Moezzi

Flagstaff

AZ

105

Verified Cases

1700860996

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

17

State Rank

NPI: 1487691739

Steven Myerthall

Gilbert

AZ

103

Verified Cases

1487691739

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

18

State Rank

NPI: 1215977574

Maxwell Thomas

Gilbert

AZ

102

Verified Cases

1215977574

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

19

State Rank

NPI: 1942201538

John Maltry

Tucson

AZ

101

Verified Cases

1942201538

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

20

State Rank

NPI: 1619918745

Mark Campbell

Sun City West

AZ

100

Verified Cases

1619918745

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

21

State Rank

NPI: 1043287253

Robert Lock, Ii

Bullhead City

AZ

95

Verified Cases

1043287253

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

22

State Rank

NPI: 1750814554

Liam Bosch

Flagstaff

AZ

93

Verified Cases

1750814554

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

23

State Rank

NPI: 1811991862

Danton Dungy

Chandler

AZ

93

Verified Cases

1811991862

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

24

State Rank

NPI: 1275915332

Paul Sousa, M.D.

Rochester

MN

Also practices here via Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center

92

Verified Cases

1275915332

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

25

State Rank

NPI: 1487997862

Darrin Trask

Scottsdale

AZ

86

Verified Cases

1487997862

NPI

Procedure:

Knee Replacement

TOP 25 Knee Replacement Surgeons in Arizona

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Russell Cohen

Matthew Russo

Bertrand Kaper

Daniel Mullen

Edward Prince, M.D

Richard Bassett

Martin Benoit

Christopher Bryce

Steven Werner

Michael Miller

Michael Sumko

Kevin Bowers

John Wild

Daniel Heiner

Henry Clarke

Darius Moezzi

Steven Myerthall

Maxwell Thomas

John Maltry

Mark Campbell

Robert Lock, Ii

Liam Bosch

Danton Dungy

Paul Sousa, M.D.

Darrin Trask

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