Dr. Alan Puddy, M.D.
Contact & Location
719-365-1950
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
About Dr. Puddy
Dr. Alan Puddy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. A Medicare provider since 2010, Dr. Puddy performed 22 Medicare-verified hip replacements (#66 in Colorado) and 16 knee replacements in the latest annual CMS data, for a combined total of 38 procedures.
In Colorado, Dr. Puddy performs below the state average in hip (22 vs 38), below the state average in knee (16 vs 48).
Dr. Puddy's reported Medicare volume is split between hip replacements (22 cases) and knee replacements (16 cases).
Colorado Springs is home to 19 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Colorado Springs area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Puddy extend back to 2022, covering 3 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 31 to 38 in the most recent data, a 23% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Puddy's 22 hip replacement procedures is below the national average of 36 among 4,532 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 11 | 20 |
| 2023 | 15 | 24 |
| 2024 | 22 | 16 |
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. Puddy Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Colorado state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Puddy's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 3 years, increasing 23% from 31 procedures in 2022 to 38 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Puddy
How does Dr. Puddy's procedure volume compare to other Colorado surgeons?
Dr. Puddy has performed 38 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Colorado average is 64 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Puddy ranks #102 out of 169 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Puddy perform?
Dr. Puddy's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (22 cases) and knee replacement (16 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Puddy in Colorado Springs?
Yes. There are 19 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs 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 Colorado surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Puddy 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. Puddy's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 38 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Puddy's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Puddy's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 31 procedures in 2022 to 38 in the most recent data, a 23% increase over 3 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 39 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Puddy perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Puddy's Medicare data shows procedures in hip replacement (22 cases), knee replacement (16 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
How does Dr. Puddy compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs?
Among the 19 orthopedic surgeons in Colorado Springs, Dr. Puddy ranks #13 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Colorado Springs has 216 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Dr. Puddy's 38 Medicare procedures are below the Colorado Springs average of 128. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Colorado Springs.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Jepson | 216 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Feign | 163 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. William Howarth | 146 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jordan Schaeffer | 130 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. David Weinstein | 119 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Derek Purcell | 87 | Knee |
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